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HF03 OJR

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,900 mi
Last recorded8,900 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 OJR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 8,900 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 8,656 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 8,315 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 8,013 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 7,675 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 7,495 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 7,464 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 7,411 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 7,356 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 7,027 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded underside (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 May 2016 6,642 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 6,642 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 21 May 2015 6,490 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 6,182 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 5,703 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 5,699 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 5,334 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 5,109 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 May 2010 4,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 4,305 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 4,090 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 3,657 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 OJR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HF03 OJR, 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 OJR registered?

HF03 OJR is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is HF03 OJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 OJR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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