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MX03 PLN

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,181 mi
Last recorded5,181 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 PLN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 5,181 miles

Rear tyre wearing low.

Pass 13 Aug 2025 5,081 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 5,081 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 4,968 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 4,968 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 4,801 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 4,801 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 4,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 4,520 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 2,628 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 2,200 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 2,200 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 2,071 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 2,056 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 PLN is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PLN, 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 MX03 PLN registered?

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

Is MX03 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 PLN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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