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LF03 VFM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

24,294 mi
Last recorded24,294 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 VFM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 24,294 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 24,294 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Tyre direction incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 23,996 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2020 23,999 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Battery not secured, may cause fire

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust fouling body chassis on rear suspension being compressed

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 23,266 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 22,843 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 22,814 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 22,369 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 9,833 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 9,793 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 9,793 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 14 May 2013 9,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,188 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 9,186 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 8,724 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,174 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 VFM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VFM, 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 VFM registered?

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

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