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MX03 PLJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,581 mi
Last recorded22,581 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 PLJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 22,581 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 22,581 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 22,556 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 22,540 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 21,611 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 20,644 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 20,641 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 17,489 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 15,694 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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MX03 PLJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MX03 PLJ, 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 MX03 PLJ registered?

MX03 PLJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MX03 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 PLJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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