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FD03 AWF

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,373 mi
Last recorded39,373 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 AWF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 39,373 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 39,291 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 39,206 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 38,893 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 37,531 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 31,680 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 26,630 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 25,387 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 22,971 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 22,971 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 20,680 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,697 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 15,789 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,249 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 7,373 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 3,253 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 25,879 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 21,857 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,145 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,466 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 13,466 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

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

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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FD03 AWF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FD03 AWF, 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 FD03 AWF registered?

FD03 AWF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FD03 AWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 AWF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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