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TH03 WEZ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,711 mi
Last recorded20,711 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTH03 WEZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 20,711 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024
Pass 3 Nov 2021 48,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 44,946 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 44,719 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 44,458 miles

Unable to fully view rear brake pads due to vehicle design. Rear brake pads wearing down?

Pass 11 Jun 2016 44,283 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 44,090 miles

rear brake lever low on reserve travel

rear brake pads close to wear limit

Fail 19 Apr 2013 44,090 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

rear brake lever low on reserve travel

rear brake pads close to wear limit

Pass 9 Aug 2011 40,657 miles

cuts to rear tyre (not down to ply at this time)

slight play in front wheel hub bearings

Fail 9 Aug 2011 40,657 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

cuts to rear tyre (not down to ply at this time)

slight play in front wheel hub bearings

Pass 13 Aug 2010 37,867 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 35,592 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 34,009 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 29,140 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 22,813 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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TH03 WEZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 TH03 WEZ, 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 TH03 WEZ registered?

TH03 WEZ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is TH03 WEZ safe to buy?

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