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LF03 BXG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

26,550 mi
Last recorded26,550 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 BXG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 26,550 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 23,758 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 19,989 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 19,989 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 19,989 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 15,643 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 15,643 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 15,454 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 15,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 13,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Dec 2008 13,371 miles

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 10,648 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 10,648 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 7,067 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 BXG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LF03 BXG, 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 BXG registered?

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

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