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LN03 BXJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,075 mi
Last recorded24,075 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 BXJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 24,075 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 24,075 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 22,546 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 20,013 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,687 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 19,682 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 17,754 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 17,754 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 14,870 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 14,851 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 14,846 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 10,577 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 9,040 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,508 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 5,796 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 3,305 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 BXJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LN03 BXJ, 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 LN03 BXJ registered?

LN03 BXJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 August 2003.

Is LN03 BXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 BXJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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