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FD03 YMY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,787 mi
Last recorded25,787 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 YMY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 25,787 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 25,365 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 25,130 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 24,831 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 24,516 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 23,654 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 23,316 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 23,299 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 22,660 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 22,476 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 21,971 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 21,365 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 19,661 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 19,661 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,093 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2011 12,161 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 9,881 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 7,118 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,034 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 4,519 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 4,519 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 3,186 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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FD03 YMY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YMY, 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 YMY registered?

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

Is FD03 YMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 YMY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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