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FP03 WZE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,970 mi
Last recorded17,970 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 WZE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 17,970 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 24,766 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 24,763 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 15,726 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 15,680 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Jan 2011 5,676 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 3,186 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 2,737 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 2,341 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 1,992 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 WZE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WZE, 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 WZE registered?

FP03 WZE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is FP03 WZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 WZE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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