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LJ03 UJL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

10,697 mi
Last recorded10,697 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 UJL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 10,697 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 10,697 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 10,427 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Oct 2014 10,427 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2013 9,700 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 9,700 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 24 Aug 2010 8,530 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 8,530 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 6,989 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 6,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 5,263 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 5,262 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 3,616 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 7,677 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 7,677 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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 UJL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 UJL, 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 UJL registered?

LJ03 UJL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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