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LF03 VFC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

17,277 mi
Last recorded17,277 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 VFC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 17,277 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 16,189 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front mudguard broken but still secure

Front suspension soft

Pass 12 Feb 2021 15,867 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 15,470 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front mudguard damaged

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 15,470 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front mudguard damaged

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 14,877 miles

Front mudguard damaged

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 14,530 miles

Front mudguard damaged

Pass 3 Feb 2017 14,338 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 14,338 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 13,773 miles

Front mudguard damaged

Pass 23 Jan 2015 13,152 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 12,656 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 12,236 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 11,911 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 11,545 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 11,545 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 11,129 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 10,479 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 10,009 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2008 10,009 miles

Nearside Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 8,354 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 VFC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VFC, 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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LF03 VFC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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