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LF03 OYK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,617 mi
Last recorded10,617 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 OYK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 10,617 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 8,098 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 21,353 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 21,353 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 30 Jul 2013 21,353 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,353 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 18,253 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 18,253 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 9,963 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 9,112 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 6,901 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 4,889 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 OYK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OYK, 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 OYK registered?

LF03 OYK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is LF03 OYK safe to buy?

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