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LJ03 OZL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,723 mi
Last recorded71,723 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 OZL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 71,723 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 71,665 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 71,201 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 71,010 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 70,803 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 70,758 miles

Inner Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 64,296 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 56,949 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 51,008 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 42,333 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 33,929 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 33,929 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Speedo not working

Pass 6 Jul 2007 29,859 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 23,923 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 OZL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 OZL, 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 OZL registered?

LJ03 OZL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 May 2003.

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