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LJ03 LFH

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,141 mi
Last recorded18,141 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 LFH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 18,141 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 17,833 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 17,451 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 16,428 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 15,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 13,789 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 12,481 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 12,462 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 11,410 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 9,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 7,770 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 5,997 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 5,995 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 3,487 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 3,257 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 LFH is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 LJ03 LFH, 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 LFH registered?

LJ03 LFH is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is LJ03 LFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 LFH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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