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LF03 YWS

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

30,934 mi
Last recorded30,934 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 YWS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 30,934 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 29,260 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 27,096 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 27,096 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 25,442 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 26 May 2016 25,442 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 22,540 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 19,820 miles

front mudgard noted lose

Pass 16 Aug 2011 37,796 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 35,911 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 35,911 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 32,760 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 32,760 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 30,021 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 10 Jul 2008 30,021 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 19,108 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 19,108 miles

Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

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 YWS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 YWS, 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 YWS registered?

LF03 YWS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 August 2003.

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