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M70 MOD

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,468 mi
Last recorded10,468 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 10,468 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 26 Aug 2022 10,398 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 10,046 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 10,046 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 7,685 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 6,529 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 6,360 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 6,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 6,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 5,835 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 4,782 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 3,843 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 3,843 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2005 2,817 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 2,814 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

oil leak

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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M70 MOD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M70 MOD, 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 M70 MOD registered?

M70 MOD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is M70 MOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 MOD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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