CarVerify

Free Car Check

BL03 NZF

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,495 mi
Last recorded31,495 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 NZF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 31,495 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 31,277 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 30,828 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 29,812 miles

brake discs wearing and scored

rear number plate discolouring

seat security

tyres wearing out of shape

Fail 10 Aug 2012 29,665 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,665 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 28,125 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Aug 2011 28,125 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2010 26,635 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 26,635 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 23,439 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 18,479 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 18,479 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 11,462 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BL03 NZF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NZF, 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

How do I check the history of BL03 NZF?

You can check the full history of BL03 NZF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BL03 NZF registered?

BL03 NZF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is BL03 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 NZF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL03 NZF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BL03 NZF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.