MOT Status
ValidMileage
19,517 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Oil leak
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Oil leak
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)
Nearside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PJ03 SZF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 PJ03 SZF, 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 PJ03 SZF registered?
PJ03 SZF is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 June 2003.
Is PJ03 SZF safe to buy?
The MOT history for PJ03 SZF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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