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LF03 PWL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,847 mi
Last recorded38,847 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 PWL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 38,847 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 38,847 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 35,033 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,204 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 27,292 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 27,292 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 24,166 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 20,523 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 16,839 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 13,893 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 11,638 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 11,638 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 9,462 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 9,082 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 9,082 miles

Nearside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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 PWL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 PWL, 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 PWL registered?

LF03 PWL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 July 2003.

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