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MX03 TXJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,530 mi
Last recorded25,530 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 TXJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 25,530 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 25,390 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 25,279 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 25,245 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 25,243 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2017 24,281 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 22,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2016 22,339 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 19,431 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 18,707 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 18,046 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 6,037 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 TXJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MX03 TXJ, 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 TXJ registered?

MX03 TXJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is MX03 TXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 TXJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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