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E103 PTX

1988 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,417 mi
Last recorded9,417 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Piaggio Vespa16,625 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE103 PTX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 9,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Oil leak for rear of engine.

Pass 1 Apr 2025 9,252 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 9,153 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 9,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2021 9,085 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 9,064 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 9,029 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 8,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 8,972 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 18 May 2012 8,972 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 8,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,972 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 8,972 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 May 2008 8,856 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 7,388 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
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E103 PTX is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,625 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 E103 PTX, 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 38 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E103 PTX registered?

E103 PTX is a 1988 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E103 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E103 PTX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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