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LF03 HUY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,119 mi
Last recorded19,119 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 HUY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2022 19,119 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2021 19,099 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 19,087 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 19,027 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 18,997 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 18,987 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 18,987 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 18,708 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 18,064 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 16,973 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 15,497 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 13,585 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 11,250 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 9,224 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 7,870 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 5,344 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 3,633 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 3,633 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

topbox loose

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 HUY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LF03 HUY, 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 HUY registered?

LF03 HUY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is LF03 HUY safe to buy?

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