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LK03 YLG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,698 mi
Last recorded20,698 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 YLG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 20,698 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 20,470 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 20,370 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 20,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 20,068 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2022 20,068 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 19,546 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 19,037 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 17,389 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 16,215 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 14,937 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 14,022 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 14 May 2014 12,761 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 10,301 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 8,227 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 7,636 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 4,224 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 3,433 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 2,930 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,432 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 YLG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YLG, 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 YLG registered?

LK03 YLG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is LK03 YLG safe to buy?

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