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EK03 DNV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,506 mi
Last recorded33,506 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 DNV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 33,506 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 33,131 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 32,744 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 32,699 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 32,337 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 32,202 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 31,897 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 31,895 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 30,964 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 29,863 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 29,851 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 27,648 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 25,010 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 22,503 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 20,863 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 20,187 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 19,005 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 17,707 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 15,475 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 13,954 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 12,282 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 10,142 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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EK03 DNV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EK03 DNV, 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

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What year was EK03 DNV registered?

EK03 DNV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is EK03 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 DNV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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