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DA03 UHV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,007 mi
Last recorded28,007 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 UHV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 28,007 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 27,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 27,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 27,544 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 27,087 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,533 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 23,171 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 21,122 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 18,913 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 16,527 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 13,751 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 11,800 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 11,800 miles

Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 9,947 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 7,374 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 7,356 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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DA03 UHV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 DA03 UHV, 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 DA03 UHV registered?

DA03 UHV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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