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LX03 GSY

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,614 mi
Last recorded2,614 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 GSY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 2,614 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 2,543 miles

seat catch broken

Pass 2 Apr 2016 19,550 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 19,491 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 18,263 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 18,263 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 16,452 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,641 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 May 2008 14,351 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 13,431 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 13,431 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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LX03 GSY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LX03 GSY, 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 LX03 GSY registered?

LX03 GSY is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is LX03 GSY safe to buy?

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