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BU03 XHY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,437 mi
Last recorded22,437 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 XHY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 22,437 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 22,423 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2022 22,423 miles

Rear Brake cable insecure Incorrect fitment (1.1.15 (c))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 22,395 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 22,395 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2020 22,272 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 22,104 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 21,872 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 21,629 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 20,996 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 20,624 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 20,624 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 19,597 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 17,878 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 15,687 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 14,944 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 14,081 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 11,858 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 11,858 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2008 9,020 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 6,023 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 3,272 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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BU03 XHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 BU03 XHY, 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 BU03 XHY registered?

BU03 XHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is BU03 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 XHY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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