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LF03 MGY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,997 mi
Last recorded17,997 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 MGY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 17,997 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 15,010 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 9,963 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 9,955 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 6,128 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 6,105 miles

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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 Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 5,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 5,786 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 4,105 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 3,915 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 3,904 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 3,882 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,850 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 3,771 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 3,688 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 MGY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MGY, 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 MGY registered?

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

Is LF03 MGY safe to buy?

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