MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,849 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
SLIGHT WEAR IN FRONT SUSPENSION JOINT
Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
throttle sticking
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PL03 BXA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 PL03 BXA, 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 PL03 BXA registered?
PL03 BXA is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2003.
Is PL03 BXA safe to buy?
The MOT history for PL03 BXA shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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