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HX03 XKD

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,547 mi
Last recorded50,547 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 XKD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 50,547 miles

Rear Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 49,102 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 45,443 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 43,417 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 42,344 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 42,344 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 40,703 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 35,456 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 31,685 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 31,522 miles

Rear brake pads not checked

Fail 15 Jul 2016 31,522 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear brake pads not checked

Pass 14 Jul 2015 30,622 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 28,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 26,498 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 23,494 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 20,483 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 17,381 miles

slight play in engine mounts.

Pass 6 Nov 2009 13,108 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 10,475 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in front tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 24 Nov 2007 8,048 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 5,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 3,395 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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HX03 XKD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc 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 HX03 XKD, 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 HX03 XKD registered?

HX03 XKD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is HX03 XKD safe to buy?

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