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LF03 BWZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

29,709 mi
Last recorded29,709 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 BWZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 29,709 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 29,647 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 29,647 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 26 Feb 2021 29,647 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,339 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 29,339 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 26,237 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 26,237 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 24,640 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 24,640 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 21,590 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 21,590 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2014 17,691 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 13,181 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 9,621 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,421 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 5,421 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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LF03 BWZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LF03 BWZ, 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 LF03 BWZ registered?

LF03 BWZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is LF03 BWZ safe to buy?

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