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GN03 XEC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,057 mi
Last recorded14,057 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 XEC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 14,057 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 13,823 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 12,570 miles

Front tyre cracking. No cords visible at time of test.

Pass 18 Oct 2013 11,286 miles

front tyre perished and cracked

Pass 15 May 2012 10,339 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 7,711 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 7,711 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 6,336 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 6,254 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008
Fail 12 Jun 2008

Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 5,722 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 5,722 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 4,634 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 4,634 miles

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

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Centre Rear Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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GN03 XEC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GN03 XEC, 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 GN03 XEC registered?

GN03 XEC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is GN03 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 XEC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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