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FJ03 VRG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

12,064 mi
Last recorded12,064 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 VRG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 12,064 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 12,064 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 12,064 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 12,064 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation Rear brake holds on when foot pedal released (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected Rear brake pedal does not fully release when foot pressure removed (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 12,064 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 12,063 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 12,063 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 12,064 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 12,064 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 10,144 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 6,896 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 4,223 miles

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 4,223 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 3,385 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 2,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 2,655 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 2,533 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 2,326 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 2,277 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 1,978 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 May 2006 1,978 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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FJ03 VRG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FJ03 VRG, 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 FJ03 VRG registered?

FJ03 VRG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is FJ03 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 VRG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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