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EY03 BNL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

49,417 mi
Last recorded49,417 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 BNL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 49,417 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 46,332 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 42,823 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 40,231 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 36,060 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 33,886 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 31,544 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 28,059 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 24,095 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 33,073 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 28,444 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 22,081 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 17,618 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 12,990 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 12,701 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 11,124 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 7,195 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 6,303 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 6,300 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 3,721 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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EY03 BNL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EY03 BNL, 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 EY03 BNL registered?

EY03 BNL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is EY03 BNL safe to buy?

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