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LJ03 VLT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,317 mi
Last recorded32,317 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 VLT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 32,317 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 29,444 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 29,399 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 28,646 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 28,646 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 25,221 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 23,590 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 21,760 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 19,151 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 14,164 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 8,241 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 VLT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VLT, 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 VLT registered?

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

Is LJ03 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 VLT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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