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LF03 PDZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

16,725 mi
Last recorded16,725 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 PDZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 16,725 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 16,526 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 16,272 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 15,906 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 15,111 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 15,111 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 14,800 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 14,800 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 14,143 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 13,495 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 12,622 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 11,899 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 11,735 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 10,599 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 9,294 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 8,106 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 6,518 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 PDZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PDZ, 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 PDZ registered?

LF03 PDZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is LF03 PDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 PDZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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