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F603 PBP

1988 Vespa PX125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,696 mi
Last recorded5,696 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Vespa PX12514,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF603 PBP
MakeVespa
ModelPX125
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 5,696 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 4,642 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 3,629 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 2,585 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 2,410 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 1,272 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 1,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Jun 2013 16 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 16 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 1 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 30,325 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 30,325 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 30,325 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Built up wheel has a loose bolt/s (4.2.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 30,319 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 29,810 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 29,586 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Vespa PX125?

Based on 1,317 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 21
Direction indicators not working 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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F603 PBP is a 1988 Vespa PX125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1988 Vespa PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 14,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F603 PBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 38 years old, this Vespa PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F603 PBP registered?

F603 PBP is a 1988 Vespa PX125, first registered on 27 October 1988.

Is F603 PBP safe to buy?

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