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LF03 XLT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,381 mi
Last recorded36,381 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XLT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 36,381 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 36,381 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2016 17,305 miles

exhaust leaking but not noisy

rear tyre getting low

Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,089 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2015 17,086 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Fail 2 May 2014 17,076 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 2 May 2014 17,076 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 17,076 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 17,076 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 17,076 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 16,261 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 13,797 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 10,378 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 May 2007 10,378 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2006 5,844 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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 XLT 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 73.3%.

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 XLT, 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 XLT registered?

LF03 XLT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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