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NY03 LVW

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

5,528 mi
Last recorded5,528 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY03 LVW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 5,528 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 17,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 17,400 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 17,400 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 17,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 17,400 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 17,400 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 17,400 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 17,400 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 17,400 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 17,400 miles

Centre Outer Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 17,400 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 17,400 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 17,400 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 17,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,400 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 17,400 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2011 17,400 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop loose (2.1.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 17,400 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 17,400 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,400 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 13,498 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 13,498 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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NY03 LVW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 NY03 LVW, 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 NY03 LVW registered?

NY03 LVW is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 August 2003.

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