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LN03 BKY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,054 mi
Last recorded29,054 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 BKY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 29,054 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 29,858 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 28,169 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 27,822 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 26,284 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 25,618 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 25,615 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 22,675 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 19,329 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 19,329 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 18,563 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 18,563 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 16,067 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,039 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 8,042 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 8,042 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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LN03 BKY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LN03 BKY, 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 LN03 BKY registered?

LN03 BKY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 August 2003.

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