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NK03 AYC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,062 mi
Last recorded12,062 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 AYC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 12,062 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 11,997 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 11,761 miles

Front mono shock and spring corroded

chrome side trim mounts adrift but secure

head light mounts worn

rear brake lever pivot worn

Pass 23 Oct 2018 11,514 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied not short but stiff in operation (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Oct 2016 11,322 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 11,322 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front brake problem (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 10,794 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 10,794 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 10,692 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 10,689 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 10,099 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2013 10,090 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 9,928 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 8,227 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 8,227 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Feb 2010 4,216 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 4,202 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 4,202 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 2,481 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 2,481 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 963 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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NK03 AYC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 NK03 AYC, 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 NK03 AYC registered?

NK03 AYC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is NK03 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 AYC shows 21 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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