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LF03 SWU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,441 mi
Last recorded4,441 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 SWU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 4,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 24,193 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 23,976 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 23,736 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 23,463 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 23,463 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 22,640 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 21,378 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 18,133 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 18,133 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 31 May 2007 14,907 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 12,269 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 SWU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF03 SWU registered?

LF03 SWU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is LF03 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 SWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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