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LK03 MRX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

18,693 mi
Last recorded18,693 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 MRX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 18,693 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 186,930 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 186,930 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2012 185,566 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 185,566 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 18,223 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 18,223 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,478 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 14,747 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 12,072 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 12,025 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 12,025 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 11,600 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 MRX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MRX, 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 MRX registered?

LK03 MRX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 April 2003.

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