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GK03 KRU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,733 mi
Last recorded18,733 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 KRU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 18,733 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 8 May 2017 18,733 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 18,569 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,822 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 11,832 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 11,832 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 9,355 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 7,294 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 5,934 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 5,787 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 5,307 miles

advise bleed front brake, slightly soft.

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 KRU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 KRU, 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 GK03 KRU registered?

GK03 KRU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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