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FD03 ZHL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,841 mi
Last recorded24,841 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 ZHL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 24,841 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 21,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 20,439 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 19,974 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 18,105 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 15,843 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 13,820 miles

Front Mudguard bolt missing but not insecure

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Engine Mounting Assembly (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 13,820 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread Too Small (6.3.4b)

Front Mudguard bolt missing but not insecure

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Engine Mounting Assembly (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 13,704 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 10,532 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,282 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 5,878 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 4,472 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 3,722 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 3,278 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 2,699 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 ZHL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ZHL, 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 ZHL registered?

FD03 ZHL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is FD03 ZHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 ZHL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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