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LJ03 PNN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,324 mi
Last recorded27,324 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PNN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2021 27,324 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 26,893 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 26,893 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 26,779 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 23,984 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 19,739 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 3,803 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 13,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 13,052 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 10,584 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 7,816 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 7,816 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,758 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 7,757 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 7,757 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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 PNN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PNN, 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 PNN registered?

LJ03 PNN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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