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SP03 KNG

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

11,879 mi
Last recorded11,879 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 KNG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 11,879 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 11,879 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 11,673 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 11,162 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 11,139 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 10,142 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 9,184 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 8,400 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,030 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 4,907 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 3,676 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 3,038 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 1,847 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 638 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 3 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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SP03 KNG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SP03 KNG, 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 SP03 KNG registered?

SP03 KNG is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is SP03 KNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 KNG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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