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LJ03 PJV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,469 mi
Last recorded14,469 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PJV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 14,469 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 14,437 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 14,320 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 14,000 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,713 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 13,713 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 13,279 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2014 13,279 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 12,198 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 12,080 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 11,857 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 10,766 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 8,124 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 PJV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 PJV, 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 PJV registered?

LJ03 PJV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 PJV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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