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PL03 CXB

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,970 mi
Last recorded28,970 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 CXB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,970 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,446 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 26,067 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2008 26,064 miles

Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2007 17,966 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,624 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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PL03 CXB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL03 CXB, 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 PL03 CXB registered?

PL03 CXB is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is PL03 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 CXB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL03 CXB have outstanding finance?

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