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YM03 ASX

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,432 mi
Last recorded8,432 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 ASX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 8,432 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 8,000 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 16,873 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2015 16,873 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 10,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 May 2012 10,483 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 10,483 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 10,483 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 10,483 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 10,461 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 19,702 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 16,432 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 4,056 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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YM03 ASX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YM03 ASX, 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 YM03 ASX registered?

YM03 ASX is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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The MOT history for YM03 ASX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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