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YM03 BVS

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,840 mi
Last recorded8,840 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 BVS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 8,840 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 8,768 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 8,703 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 8,688 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 8,575 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 7,867 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 5,641 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 5,641 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,726 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 3,769 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 2,751 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 2,298 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 BVS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 YM03 BVS, 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 YM03 BVS registered?

YM03 BVS is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is YM03 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM03 BVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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