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LK03 LUL

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

5,549 mi
Last recorded5,549 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 LUL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2021 5,549 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 5,549 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) Split Pin missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2017 25,525 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded under floorpan. (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,588 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 21,139 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 21,139 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 17,809 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 14,495 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 13,929 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 13,929 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,668 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 11,585 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 7,308 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 7,308 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 6,906 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 5,568 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 LUL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LUL, 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 LUL registered?

LK03 LUL is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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