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FY03 ZKR

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,411 mi
Last recorded36,411 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 ZKR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 36,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2016 36,411 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 36,378 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 32,847 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 32,847 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 27,739 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 27,737 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,235 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 16,654 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 10,992 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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FY03 ZKR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZKR, 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 FY03 ZKR registered?

FY03 ZKR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is FY03 ZKR safe to buy?

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