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BL03 LDN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

11,305 mi
Last recorded11,305 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 LDN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 11,305 miles

Front Tyre perishing

Pass 15 Sep 2023 11,225 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 11,224 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 11,177 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 11,075 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 10,990 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 10,973 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 10,958 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 10,899 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 10,899 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2010 10,681 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 9,747 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 7,735 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 6,184 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 6,184 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 5,163 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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BL03 LDN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BL03 LDN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL03 LDN registered?

BL03 LDN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2003.

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