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SY03 DEU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Maroon Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

11,588 mi
Last recorded11,588 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 DEU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 11,588 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 11,553 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning to original position (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 May 2017 10,076 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 10,065 miles

Direction indicators not working front and rear (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 10,065 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2015 10,065 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 7,741 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 4,544 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 4,452 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 1,608 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 1,594 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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SY03 DEU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Maroon with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SY03 DEU, 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 SY03 DEU registered?

SY03 DEU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 August 2003.

Is SY03 DEU safe to buy?

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