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BJ03 OEH

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,939 mi
Last recorded36,939 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 OEH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 36,939 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 36,075 miles

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2014 36,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 29,930 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 20 Feb 2013 29,930 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 22,833 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 13,977 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 16,425 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 11,593 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 5,041 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 249 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 OEH is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 OEH, 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 OEH registered?

BJ03 OEH is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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