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LK03 LJV

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,650 mi
Last recorded6,650 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 LJV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 6,650 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 6,638 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable Tyre not fitted in compliance with the manufacturer’s sidewall instructions. (5.2.3 (a))

Tyre is unsuitable Tyre not fitted in compliance with the manufacturer’s sidewall instructions (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2015 6,394 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 6,248 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 6,248 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 4,249 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 3,705 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 3,705 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 LJV is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 LJV, 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 LK03 LJV registered?

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

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The MOT history for LK03 LJV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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