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BJ03 EZV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,874 mi
Last recorded15,874 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 EZV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 15,874 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 15,874 miles

Central Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 May 2016 15,871 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling not in line with handlebars (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

centre stand loose

Pass 11 Jun 2015 14,697 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 9,146 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 9,146 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 8,324 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,943 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 3,978 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 1,662 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 1,081 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 958 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 571 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 EZV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EZV, 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 EZV registered?

BJ03 EZV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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