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LJ03 PFK

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,659 mi
Last recorded32,659 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PFK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 32,659 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 31,569 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 30,789 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 29,234 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 28,039 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,490 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 24,490 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 2,016 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,142 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 17,142 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 13,786 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 9,714 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 6,864 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 6,864 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

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 PFK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PFK, 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 PFK registered?

LJ03 PFK is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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