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FD03 YYT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,812 mi
Last recorded26,812 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 YYT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 26,812 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 26,812 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 26,796 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 26,796 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 26,374 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 26,082 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 26,008 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 25,162 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 23,554 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 20,807 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 20,807 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 18,112 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,647 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 14,808 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,808 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 13,536 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 13,536 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 9,703 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 6,384 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 6,128 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 6,128 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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 YYT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YYT, 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 YYT registered?

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

Is FD03 YYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 YYT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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