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FP03 WHC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

15,583 mi
Last recorded15,583 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 WHC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 15,583 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 15,528 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 15,303 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 14,353 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 11,009 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 9,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 8,136 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 5,563 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 5,217 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 4,690 miles

No rear brake lamp switch seen to be fitted

Pass 2 May 2009 3,729 miles

no stop lamp switch to rear brake pedal

Pass 5 Apr 2008 2,312 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 2,312 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 1,153 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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FP03 WHC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FP03 WHC, 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 FP03 WHC registered?

FP03 WHC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FP03 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 WHC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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