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WK03 FNS

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,246 mi
Last recorded31,246 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 FNS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 31,246 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 31,246 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 26,517 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 24,810 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 21,178 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 17,885 miles

FRONT & REAR BRAKE PADS & DISC'S HAVE SLIGHT CORROSION FROM BEING STOOD FOR LONG TIME

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded FRAME UNDERSIDE SLIGHTLY CORRODED (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 16,171 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 16,171 miles

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear brake travel near limit.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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 FNS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WK03 FNS, 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 WK03 FNS registered?

WK03 FNS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is WK03 FNS safe to buy?

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