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BJ03 EZG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,094 mi
Last recorded18,094 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 EZG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 18,094 miles

Slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre.

Pass 13 Sep 2024 17,682 miles

Slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre.

Pass 10 Jun 2023 16,492 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON the limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 15,334 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 14,007 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 13,526 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 12,836 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 11,711 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 8,684 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 5,455 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

steering slightly stiff on n/s lock

Fail 14 Jul 2014 5,455 miles

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

steering slightly stiff on n/s lock

Pass 9 Aug 2013 2,917 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 2,806 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 2,805 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 2,614 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 2,223 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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BJ03 EZG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ03 EZG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ03 EZG registered?

BJ03 EZG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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