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EU03 UHX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,536 mi
Last recorded17,536 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 UHX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 17,536 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 16,419 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 13,706 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded floor pannel (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 11,767 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 11,635 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 10,633 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 9,434 miles

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Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,366 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 8,914 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,734 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 7,578 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Jul 2008 7,578 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 May 2007 6,545 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 May 2007 6,545 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2006 5,225 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 UHX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EU03 UHX, 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 EU03 UHX registered?

EU03 UHX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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