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FD03 YZM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,389 mi
Last recorded9,389 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 YZM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 9,389 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 9,235 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 9,235 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 9,173 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 9,120 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 9,028 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 8,828 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 8,828 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 8,245 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 7,887 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 7,566 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 7,547 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 7,463 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 7,291 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 7,133 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 6,843 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 6,285 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,775 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 5,345 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 4,204 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 YZM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YZM, 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 YZM registered?

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

Is FD03 YZM safe to buy?

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Does FD03 YZM have outstanding finance?

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