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VX53 FPJ

2003 Beta Alp 4T-200

Blue Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,582 mi
Last recorded1,582 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Beta Alp 4T-2005,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 FPJ
MakeBeta
ModelAlp 4T-200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 1,582 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 1,527 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 2,259 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 2,197 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 2,180 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Jan 2021 2,059 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 1,954 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 1,954 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2016 1,954 miles

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

number plate light is not working

Pass 9 Jul 2015 1,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 1,954 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 1,954 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 1,954 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2011 1,068 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 821 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2007 542 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

How Reliable is the Beta Alp 4T-200?

Based on 1,371 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Horn not working 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
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VX53 FPJ is a 2003 Beta Alp 4T-200 in Blue with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Beta Alp 4T-200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 5,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Beta Alp 4T-200 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX53 FPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Beta Alp 4T-200 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Beta Alp 4T-200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX53 FPJ registered?

VX53 FPJ is a 2003 Beta Alp 4T-200, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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