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WK03 FNC

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,433 mi
Last recorded12,433 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 FNC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 12,433 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 12,297 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 12,192 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 12,044 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 11,416 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 10,199 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 10,199 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 7,847 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 7,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 7,629 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 7,430 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 7,178 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 6,833 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 6,734 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 6,288 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 5,184 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 3,843 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 2,517 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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WK03 FNC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WK03 FNC, 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 WK03 FNC registered?

WK03 FNC is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is WK03 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK03 FNC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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