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WR03 VNE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

5,042 mi
Last recorded5,042 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 VNE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 5,042 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 4,741 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 4,471 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 4,462 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 4,126 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 3,761 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2009 3,761 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2008 3,135 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 3,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 2,630 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 1,970 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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WR03 VNE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 WR03 VNE, 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 WR03 VNE registered?

WR03 VNE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2003.

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