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LF03 PGE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,192 mi
Last recorded18,192 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 PGE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 18,192 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 16,701 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 16,689 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Apr 2024 15,839 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 14,249 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 12,461 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 18,319 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 16,968 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 15,564 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 39,723 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front tyre slightly mishaped,is quite common on this model

Pass 24 Aug 2011 33,803 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

emitting excessive noise from corroded clean air system,not exhaust system.needs replacing

front mudgaurd damaged,does not affect steering/handling

Pass 20 Oct 2010 28,009 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,552 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 18,552 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2007 6,300 miles

Front Fender loose

Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,707 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 PGE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 PGE, 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 PGE registered?

LF03 PGE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 August 2003.

Is LF03 PGE safe to buy?

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