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LJ03 BWG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,384 mi
Last recorded14,384 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 BWG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2023 14,384 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 14,275 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2022 14,275 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 14,110 miles

Connection between on/off & dip /full beam rewired Large amount of corrosion present around dashboard May produce electrical faults in the future

Fail 1 Jul 2021 14,110 miles

Connection between on/off & dip /full beam rewired Large amount of corrosion present around dashboard May produce electrical faults in the future

Front Position lamp not working Bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam Bulb replaced & wiring repaired (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 13,918 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,733 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 13,730 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 12,747 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 10,883 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 7,264 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 5,678 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 5,545 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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LJ03 BWG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LJ03 BWG, 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 LJ03 BWG registered?

LJ03 BWG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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