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J903 MJK

1992 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198 mi
Last recorded198 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Piaggio Vespa17,371 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ903 MJK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 198 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 13 May 2026 198 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2015 191 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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J903 MJK is a 1992 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 17,371 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 J903 MJK, 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 34 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J903 MJK registered?

J903 MJK is a 1992 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J903 MJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J903 MJK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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