MOT Status
ValidMileage
44,599 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Front Fender
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear brake slightly soft at lever
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LF03 SZE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 SZE, 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 SZE registered?
LF03 SZE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 June 2003.
Is LF03 SZE safe to buy?
The MOT history for LF03 SZE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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