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HW03 FMP

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

24,678 mi
Last recorded24,678 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 FMP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 24,678 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 23,580 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 22,019 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 20,767 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 18,339 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 15,530 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 13,642 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 13,234 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 13,146 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 11,189 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 9,245 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 7,473 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 6,815 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 6,815 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2007 5,477 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 5,475 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 3,390 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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HW03 FMP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HW03 FMP, 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

How do I check the history of HW03 FMP?

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What year was HW03 FMP registered?

HW03 FMP is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is HW03 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW03 FMP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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