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GX03 VSP

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,851 mi
Last recorded7,851 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 VSP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2026 7,851 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre is unsuitable fit wrong direcson (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 7,764 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 7,552 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 7,539 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 7,539 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 7,539 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 7,539 miles

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))

Pass 9 Jul 2010 7,539 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 7,539 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 7,539 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 5,711 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 3,836 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 658 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 VSP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VSP, 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 VSP registered?

GX03 VSP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is GX03 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 VSP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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