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LF03 XMB

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

7,211 mi
Last recorded7,211 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 XMB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 7,211 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 7,161 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 7,148 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 7,082 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 7,010 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 7,010 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 6,991 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 6,991 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 6,797 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 6,619 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 6,284 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 5,862 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 5,154 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 4,892 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 4,892 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 4,528 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 4,065 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 3,724 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 3,523 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 3,475 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 3,287 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 3,045 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 2,931 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 XMB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 XMB, 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 XMB registered?

LF03 XMB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is LF03 XMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 XMB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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