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NK03 YZM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,697 mi
Last recorded12,697 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 YZM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 12,697 miles
Fail 30 May 2026 12,697 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 12,381 miles

Offside Rear rear exhaust clamp loose

Pass 7 Aug 2024 11,492 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 11,115 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 11,115 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,891 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 9,853 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 8,602 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 7,566 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 6,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate may not be legal

Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,372 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 4,371 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 YZM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NK03 YZM, 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 NK03 YZM registered?

NK03 YZM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is NK03 YZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 YZM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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