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LJ03 KNC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,210 mi
Last recorded29,210 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 KNC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 29,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2024 29,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 28,794 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

both tyres under inflated

Pass 11 Mar 2022 28,740 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 28,740 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 25,352 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 25,352 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 24,716 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 24,716 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 37,524 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 33,774 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 29,370 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 24,729 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,978 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 15,005 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 10,258 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 23,878 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2009 23,875 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 16,082 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 8,707 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 KNC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KNC, 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 KNC registered?

LJ03 KNC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is LJ03 KNC safe to buy?

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