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HF03 VUE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,738 mi
Last recorded31,738 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VUE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 31,738 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering front mudguard loose (2.1.2e)

Fail 25 Jun 2016 31,705 miles

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

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering front mudguard loose (2.1.2e)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 28,132 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 26,272 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,904 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 21,162 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2011 19,350 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

front suspension very soft

Pass 12 Mar 2011 19,350 miles

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

front suspension very soft

Pass 11 Feb 2010 17,164 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 14,048 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 11,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 8,038 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre cracking

Pass 15 Jun 2006 6,105 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 6,022 miles

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

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 VUE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VUE, 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 HF03 VUE registered?

HF03 VUE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is HF03 VUE safe to buy?

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