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LK03 LKC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,981 mi
Last recorded37,981 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 LKC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 37,981 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 35,772 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,412 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 31,604 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 26,236 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 22,298 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 18,168 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 15,817 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 13,168 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 10,871 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2015 10,871 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 7,682 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 3,659 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 1,993 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 LKC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LK03 LKC, 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 LKC registered?

LK03 LKC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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