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EU03 RZL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,628 mi
Last recorded13,628 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 RZL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2012 13,628 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 13,628 miles

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

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

rear brake cable stiff

Pass 10 Jan 2012 9,505 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 9,505 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 9,093 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 7,930 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 7,509 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 5,416 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 5,416 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 3,022 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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EU03 RZL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EU03 RZL, 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 EU03 RZL registered?

EU03 RZL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is EU03 RZL safe to buy?

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