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LJ03 XSM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,758 mi
Last recorded25,758 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 XSM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 25,758 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 25,649 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 25,540 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 23,720 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 23,720 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 21,459 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 19,017 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 16,469 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 14,391 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 12,553 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 10,759 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 7,895 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 5,166 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 5,165 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 9,282 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 9,170 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 8,529 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 7,536 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2007 7,536 miles

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 5,412 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 5,412 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 XSM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XSM, 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 XSM registered?

LJ03 XSM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is LJ03 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 XSM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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