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KC03 KZU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,495 mi
Last recorded7,495 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC03 KZU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 7,495 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 7,478 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 7,474 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 7,464 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 7,448 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 7,424 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 7,414 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 7,376 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 7,051 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 6,694 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 6,128 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 6,128 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 5,597 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 5,130 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 5,126 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2010 4,913 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 4,910 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 4,782 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 3,445 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 1,791 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 1,693 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 1,693 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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 KZU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KC03 KZU, 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 KZU registered?

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

Is KC03 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC03 KZU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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