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LJ03 LHA

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,827 mi
Last recorded14,827 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 LHA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 14,827 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 14,585 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 14,254 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 13,839 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 13,338 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 12,972 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 12,952 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 5 May 2011 12,806 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2011 12,806 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,776 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 12,776 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 12,534 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 12,534 miles

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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 LHA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black 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 LHA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ03 LHA registered?

LJ03 LHA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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