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WA03 LVT

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

15,407 mi
Last recorded15,407 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 LVT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 15,407 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 15,407 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 15,407 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 15,407 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 15,362 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 15,092 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

no valve caps

Pass 15 May 2018 14,947 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded footboards (6.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2017 14,912 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 14,524 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 May 2015 13,234 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 May 2014 13,057 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 12,786 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 12,634 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 12,634 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,491 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 11,982 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 10,485 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 7,707 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 6,006 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 6,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2006 5,453 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 5,439 miles

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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WA03 LVT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WA03 LVT, 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 WA03 LVT registered?

WA03 LVT is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is WA03 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 LVT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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