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MW03 EUE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

27,606 mi
Last recorded27,606 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 EUE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 27,606 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 27,466 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 27,264 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 26,796 miles

engine damp with oil

Pass 31 Oct 2018 25,604 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 23,277 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 23,270 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play Engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Bellypan (6.1.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Topbox insecure

Pass 17 Nov 2014 9,977 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 9,977 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 11,791 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 10,656 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 10,072 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Jan 2013 10,072 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 8,806 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 8,806 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 1,689 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 1,365 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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MW03 EUE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 MW03 EUE, 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 MW03 EUE registered?

MW03 EUE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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