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YK03 KHS

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

29,886 mi
Last recorded29,886 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 KHS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 29,886 miles

Lower corrosion

Pass 2 Apr 2024 23,556 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2024 23,546 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Rear Brake (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 22,370 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 22,367 miles

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

front mudguard missing

Pass 7 Sep 2018 22,367 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 20,971 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 19,294 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 17,555 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 15,156 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 13,740 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 12,598 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 10,761 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 9,592 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 7,827 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 5,693 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 3,314 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 3,309 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 2,557 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 2,557 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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YK03 KHS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YK03 KHS, 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 YK03 KHS registered?

YK03 KHS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is YK03 KHS safe to buy?

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