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LF03 VFL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,881 mi
Last recorded12,881 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 VFL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 12,881 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 12,848 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 12,523 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 21,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 12,512 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 11,966 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 11,161 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 10,985 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 10,717 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 10,298 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 9,972 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 8,478 miles

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

slight play in front shock absorber top mount

Fail 15 Oct 2012 8,478 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

slight play in front shock absorber top mount

Pass 6 Mar 2008 8,368 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 6,983 miles

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 VFL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VFL, 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 VFL registered?

LF03 VFL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is LF03 VFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 VFL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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