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LF03 SDU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,459 mi
Last recorded20,459 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 SDU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 20,459 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 17,488 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 17,478 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 15,183 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 13,128 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,099 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 21,333 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 21,309 miles

front mud guard poor condition would advise replacement

rear brake leaver has long travel but is locking out on brake test

rear luggage rack fractured behind forward mounting bolts would advise replacement

Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,596 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 20,590 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 30 Jul 2008 19,958 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

insecure accessories.

Pass 25 Jul 2007 15,870 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 10,801 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 10,801 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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 SDU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SDU, 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 SDU registered?

LF03 SDU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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