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FY03 VPZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,180 mi
Last recorded15,180 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 VPZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 15,180 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 13,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 13,693 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 12,831 miles

headlight beam crrector fitted

Fail 10 Aug 2020 12,831 miles

headlight beam crrector fitted

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 10,369 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 8,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 12 May 2018 8,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 9 May 2017 6,655 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 6,655 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2016 5,221 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 4,611 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 3,788 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 3,788 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 3,404 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 3,310 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 2,817 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 1,725 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 1,488 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 1,037 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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FY03 VPZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY03 VPZ, 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

How do I check the history of FY03 VPZ?

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What year was FY03 VPZ registered?

FY03 VPZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is FY03 VPZ safe to buy?

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