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HY03 HAU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

24,918 mi
Last recorded24,918 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 HAU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 24,918 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 24,918 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2014 21,553 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 21,553 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,979 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 19,979 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 18,341 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 15,945 miles

handle bears slightly out of alignment

Pass 25 Aug 2007 13,145 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 13,117 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 9,462 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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HY03 HAU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HY03 HAU, 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 HY03 HAU registered?

HY03 HAU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is HY03 HAU safe to buy?

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