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LF03 ENW

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

20,378 mi
Last recorded20,378 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 ENW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 20,378 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 64,355 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 56,227 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 56,227 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 49,120 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2012 43,423 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 37,600 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 37,600 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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 20 Oct 2010 30,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Sep 2009 21,499 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 14,871 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2008 14,871 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2007 10,231 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 28,525 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 28,525 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 6 Apr 2006 28,525 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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 ENW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ENW, 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 ENW registered?

LF03 ENW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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