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EY03 HHK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,425 mi
Last recorded14,425 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 HHK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 14,425 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 14,425 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

exhaust not checked / non runner

Pass 4 Aug 2016 14,425 miles

Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged damaged (3.2.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 14,425 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged damaged (3.2.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 14,425 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 14,425 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 14,240 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 13,744 miles

front tyre close to limit

Pass 25 Apr 2012 13,714 miles

front & rear tyres close to limit

Pass 15 Apr 2011 10,640 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 10,640 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2010 10,522 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 9,950 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 6,716 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 6,304 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 HHK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HHK, 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 HHK registered?

EY03 HHK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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