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GPV 473T

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,858 mi
Last recorded19,858 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 473T
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 19,858 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 19,762 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 19,666 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 19,452 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 18,770 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 18,694 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 18,679 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 18,584 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 18,497 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 18,494 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 18,310 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 May 2013 17,992 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 17,973 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,923 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,885 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 17,715 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 17,438 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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GPV 473T is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 GPV 473T, 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 GPV 473T registered?

GPV 473T is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GPV 473T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 473T shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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