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FD03 YXL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,982 mi
Last recorded20,982 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 YXL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 20,982 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 20,982 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 20,099 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 19,883 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 19,883 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 19,480 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 19,039 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 19,039 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,994 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 18,994 miles

stand in poor condition

Pass 29 Jul 2008 18,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 16,680 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jun 2007 16,645 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2006 13,709 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2006 13,709 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 YXL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YXL, 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 YXL registered?

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

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