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FD03 YZU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,277 mi
Last recorded12,277 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 YZU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2012 12,277 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 12,277 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 12,277 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2009 12,225 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 12,225 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2008 12,225 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 12,225 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 10,299 miles

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

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 YZU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD03 YZU registered?

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

Is FD03 YZU safe to buy?

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