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LF03 OHY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

9,226 mi
Last recorded9,226 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 OHY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 9,226 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 9,215 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 8,236 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 8,234 miles

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

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 8,213 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 8,211 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 7,066 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 5,515 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 2 Jul 2012 5,515 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 4,911 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 4,911 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2007 4,660 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 4,078 miles

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

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 OHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 OHY, 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 OHY registered?

LF03 OHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is LF03 OHY safe to buy?

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