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KC03 KWX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,230 mi
Last recorded35,230 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC03 KWX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 35,230 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 35,230 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 31,985 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2019 31,981 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 27,417 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 27,417 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 26,352 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 22,070 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 18,524 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 17,256 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Aug 2012 17,256 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 15,451 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 14,367 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,372 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 7,934 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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KC03 KWX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KC03 KWX, 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 KC03 KWX registered?

KC03 KWX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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