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HF03 VUL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,132 mi
Last recorded35,132 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VUL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 35,132 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear tyre worn low on off side only (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 33,592 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 31,299 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded floor paint starting to flake and loosen (6.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 29,678 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 28,122 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 25,651 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 2 Jul 2012 23,632 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 23,631 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 21,411 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 17,683 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 17,603 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,524 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 14,040 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 11,849 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 11,849 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 9,136 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 VUL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VUL, 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 VUL registered?

HF03 VUL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is HF03 VUL safe to buy?

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