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WM03 DWJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,184 mi
Last recorded34,184 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM03 DWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 34,184 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn o/s of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

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

n/s engine mount is perished

Pass 10 Apr 2018 32,143 miles

The rear brake is noisy in operation.

Pass 2 Dec 2016 27,230 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 21,856 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Nov 2015 21,856 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Dec 2014 17,875 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 15,833 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 13,009 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 10,385 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 8,474 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 3,158 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 1,626 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 1,578 miles

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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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WM03 DWJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WM03 DWJ, 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 WM03 DWJ registered?

WM03 DWJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is WM03 DWJ safe to buy?

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