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LF03 PWZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

37,520 mi
Last recorded37,520 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 PWZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 37,520 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 32,407 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 31,728 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 31,383 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 30,768 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 30,723 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2017 26,432 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 26,401 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 May 2016 24,275 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 23,462 miles

Inner Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 22,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2013 22,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2012 22,293 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 22,293 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 17 May 2011 22,293 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 22,293 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 9 May 2009 18,213 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 15,766 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 15,766 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 13,685 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 13,685 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2006 12,310 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 12,127 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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 PWZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 PWZ, 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 PWZ registered?

LF03 PWZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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