MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,153 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FD03 XEF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 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 FD03 XEF, 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 FD03 XEF registered?
FD03 XEF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 May 2003.
Is FD03 XEF safe to buy?
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