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LY03 RDX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,031 mi
Last recorded18,031 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 RDX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 18,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 14,786 miles

Front front tyre worn uneven on rite side

Pass 11 Aug 2015 14,200 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 13,401 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,107 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 12,092 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 10,444 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 8,241 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2006 5,976 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2006 5,976 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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LY03 RDX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LY03 RDX, 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 LY03 RDX registered?

LY03 RDX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is LY03 RDX safe to buy?

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