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S953 KOD

1998 Vespa T5

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,958 mi
Last recorded4,958 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS953 KOD
MakeVespa
ModelT5
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 4,958 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 4,712 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 4,398 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 3,880 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 2,218 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa T5?

Based on 1,136 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Direction indicators not working 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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S953 KOD is a 1998 Vespa T5 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Vespa T5 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S953 KOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Vespa T5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S953 KOD registered?

S953 KOD is a 1998 Vespa T5, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is S953 KOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S953 KOD shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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