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LF03 OMZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,416 mi
Last recorded21,416 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 OMZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 21,416 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 20,431 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 20,430 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2017 9,081 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 8,880 miles

front mudgaurd missing at time of test

indicator switch slightly defective

lower exhaust bolt missing(still secure)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 8,880 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

front mudgaurd missing at time of test

indicator switch slightly defective

lower exhaust bolt missing(still secure)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 8,672 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 8,672 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 8,672 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 7,204 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,628 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 5,607 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 4,141 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 24 May 2006 2,706 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 OMZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OMZ, 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 OMZ registered?

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

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