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L303 JVR

1994 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,768 mi
Last recorded11,768 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Piaggio Vespa13,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL303 JVR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 11,768 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 11,590 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 11,112 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 10,665 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 10,146 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 9,747 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 9,454 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 9,320 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 9,078 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 9,072 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 9,062 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 9,041 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 9,027 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 9,027 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 8,998 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 8,998 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 8,899 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 8,790 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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L303 JVR is a 1994 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 13,304 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 L303 JVR, 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 32 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L303 JVR registered?

L303 JVR is a 1994 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 May 1994.

Is L303 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L303 JVR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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