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LJ03 PHY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,501 mi
Last recorded20,501 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PHY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 20,501 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 19,227 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 19,227 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 18,154 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,477 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 17,477 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,285 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 14,825 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,076 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,122 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 6,739 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 PHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 PHY, 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 PHY registered?

LJ03 PHY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is LJ03 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 PHY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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