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FG03 KWV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

27,756 mi
Last recorded27,756 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 KWV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 27,756 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 27,755 miles

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 27,734 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 27,669 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 27,617 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 27,580 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 27,580 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 27,184 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 27,184 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 27,150 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 27,150 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 26,559 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 25,431 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,044 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 18,955 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 18,953 miles

Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 13,652 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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FG03 KWV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FG03 KWV, 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 FG03 KWV registered?

FG03 KWV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is FG03 KWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 KWV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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