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PG02 MOD

2003 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,898 mi
Last recorded28,898 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG02 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 28,898 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 28,233 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 27,382 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 26,957 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 25,921 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 25,513 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 25,175 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 24,898 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 24,084 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 22,796 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 21,814 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 21,243 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 19,316 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 17,754 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,070 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,809 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 11,477 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 11,368 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 10,386 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 9,486 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 7,643 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,643 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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PG02 MOD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 PG02 MOD, 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 PG02 MOD registered?

PG02 MOD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is PG02 MOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG02 MOD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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