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LF03 OOB

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,833 mi
Last recorded12,833 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 OOB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 12,833 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 12,833 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 12,833 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 12,833 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 12,833 miles

speedo not working

Fail 9 Jun 2016 12,833 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

speedo not working

Pass 8 Aug 2015 12,833 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 12,833 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 12,833 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 12,833 miles

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

Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 12,833 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 12,176 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 10,100 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 10,100 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 7,459 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,351 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 7,302 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 4,064 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 3,755 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 3,151 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 OOB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OOB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF03 OOB registered?

LF03 OOB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 July 2003.

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