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LJ03 PCF

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,082 mi
Last recorded12,082 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PCF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 May 2015 12,082 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 29 May 2015 12,082 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 10,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wrong size tyre fitted on rear wheel.

Pass 23 May 2014 10,689 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wrong size tyre fitted on rear wheel.

Pass 20 Jun 2013 9,820 miles

Different size tyre fitted on rear wheel.

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Problem with ignition.

Pass 2 May 2012 9,403 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 2 May 2012 9,403 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 8,497 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 7,978 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 7,978 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 6,916 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,447 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 5,177 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 PCF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PCF, 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 PCF registered?

LJ03 PCF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is LJ03 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 PCF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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