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LJ03 YOL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,937 mi
Last recorded22,937 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 YOL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 22,937 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 2,293 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 22,622 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,333 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 20,802 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 19,820 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 19,029 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 19,022 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 18,042 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 17,049 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 15,752 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 14,270 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 11,455 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2008 11,435 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2007 8,197 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2006 6,406 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 YOL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YOL, 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 YOL registered?

LJ03 YOL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ03 YOL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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