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HF03 HYT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,283 mi
Last recorded20,283 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 HYT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2010 20,283 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 20,283 miles

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

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 18,525 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 18,515 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Leg shield insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Leg shield so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 16,876 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 16,876 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,897 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 12,524 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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HF03 HYT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HF03 HYT, 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 HF03 HYT registered?

HF03 HYT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is HF03 HYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 HYT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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