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GX03 VLA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

19,682 mi
Last recorded19,682 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 VLA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 19,682 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 19,237 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 19,087 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 18,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 17,412 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 16,998 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 16,984 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 16,972 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 16,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 Aug 2016 16,866 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2015 15,442 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 15,432 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 14,211 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 13,648 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 12,346 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 12,341 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 11,100 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 11,089 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 May 2009 9,619 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 4,501 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 3,845 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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GX03 VLA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GX03 VLA, 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 GX03 VLA registered?

GX03 VLA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is GX03 VLA safe to buy?

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