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LK03 HMX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,088 mi
Last recorded19,088 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 HMX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 19,088 miles

Exhaust very rusty

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 17,624 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 17,624 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2021 17,624 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced pressed steel body work corroded underneath. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer sheath damaged/ deteriorating l/h side of engine. (1.1.15 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose lock not working . (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 16,054 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn unevenly rh side close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 16,054 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn unevenly rh side close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 15,138 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced belly pan slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 15,138 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced belly pan slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 14,413 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 13,657 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 13,011 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,168 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 15 Mar 2014 8,829 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 7,455 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 5,872 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 5,872 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 5,427 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 4,815 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 3,699 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 2,411 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 1,211 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 914 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 HMX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LK03 HMX, 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 HMX registered?

LK03 HMX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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