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LF03 SJX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,381 mi
Last recorded15,381 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 SJX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 15,381 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 May 2014 15,381 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 May 2013 15,381 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 May 2013 15,381 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 15,381 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 15,381 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 13,704 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 11,726 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 10,195 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 7,616 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 6,029 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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 SJX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SJX, 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 SJX registered?

LF03 SJX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is LF03 SJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 SJX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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