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WA03 VPE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,336 mi
Last recorded12,336 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 VPE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 12,336 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 10,970 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 8,725 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 8,586 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 8,157 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,656 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 7,138 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 6,939 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 5,767 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 5,767 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2007 5,652 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 5,567 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,567 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 5,567 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

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 VPE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WA03 VPE, 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 WA03 VPE registered?

WA03 VPE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 July 2003.

Is WA03 VPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 VPE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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