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GX03 XDK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,729 mi
Last recorded36,729 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 XDK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 36,729 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 36,152 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to inspect rear pads properly due to design

Pass 14 Jun 2019 34,742 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2019 34,742 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 32,438 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 30,268 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,526 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 27,505 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 27,505 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 24,544 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 24,483 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 23,784 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 22,353 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 20,355 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 20,355 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2007 18,956 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,956 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 12,629 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 XDK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XDK, 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 GX03 XDK registered?

GX03 XDK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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