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GK03 HXX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

8,300 mi
Last recorded8,300 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 HXX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,300 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame to engine lingage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 8,300 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame to engine lingage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2017 8,295 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2016 7,737 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 6,969 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 6,667 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 6,667 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 6,023 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 6,023 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 5,304 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

front brake hose fixing bolt rusty

Pass 11 Jul 2011 4,658 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2011 4,658 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 3,999 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 3,395 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 2,817 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 2,556 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 1,988 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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GK03 HXX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GK03 HXX, 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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What year was GK03 HXX registered?

GK03 HXX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 August 2003.

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