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LK03 FVL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

57,799 mi
Last recorded57,799 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 FVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 57,799 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 57,799 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking throttle (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 44,897 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,570 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 41,987 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 36,425 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,662 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 23,860 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 18,856 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 18,856 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 16,265 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 15,664 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 15,664 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 13,645 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 13,645 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 10,230 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 10,230 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 6,188 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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LK03 FVL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LK03 FVL, 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 LK03 FVL registered?

LK03 FVL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 April 2003.

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