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EY03 EYC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,720 mi
Last recorded28,720 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 EYC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 28,720 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced os and ns floor rear bodywork handlebars and fittings front and rear suspension front fork tube. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 May 2019 28,720 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced os and ns floor rear bodywork handlebars and fittings front and rear suspension front fork tube. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2011 18,649 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 16,618 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 16,618 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 14,524 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,647 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 9,869 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Lower Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 9,869 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 8,014 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 EYC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc 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 EY03 EYC, 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 EY03 EYC registered?

EY03 EYC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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