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DA03 UHR

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

31,208 mi
Last recorded31,208 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 UHR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 31,208 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 27,200 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 23,177 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 23,177 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,949 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 18,949 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 14,492 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 14,492 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 9,947 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 6,539 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 6,539 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 5,372 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 5,165 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 5,165 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 4,473 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 3,568 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 3,529 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 3,363 miles

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

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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DA03 UHR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DA03 UHR, 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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DA03 UHR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 August 2003.

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