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EY03 KCG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,552 mi
Last recorded27,552 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 KCG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 27,552 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 22,878 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 22,878 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,669 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 66,692 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 66,692 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2008 56,845 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 36,798 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 34,612 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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 KCG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KCG, 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 KCG registered?

EY03 KCG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 July 2003.

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