MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,422 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))
Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Battery insecure
Battery insecure
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FP03 WJM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.
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 FP03 WJM, 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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How do I check the history of FP03 WJM?
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What year was FP03 WJM registered?
FP03 WJM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 April 2003.
Is FP03 WJM safe to buy?
The MOT history for FP03 WJM shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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