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LJ03 UJF

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,943 mi
Last recorded33,943 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 UJF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 33,943 miles

Central Lower underside of body/frame is rusty.

rear brake does not have any reserve adjustment

Pass 19 Apr 2016 33,450 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 33,450 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 33,117 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 32,798 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 30,911 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 30,911 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,454 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 27,438 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 23,789 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 23,789 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 19,372 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 19,372 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 12,306 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 12,306 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 UJF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UJF, 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 UJF registered?

LJ03 UJF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 March 2003.

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