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YX03 MGJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Multi-colour Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,907 mi
Last recorded20,907 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 MGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 20,907 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 20,866 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 20,644 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 19,746 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 19,411 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 19,277 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 18,805 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 18,387 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 18,387 miles

Direction indicators not working front and rear (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 17,826 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 17,254 miles

amber flashers slightly obscuarded by tinted lens

light cracking on front tyre walls

Pass 12 Jun 2007 4,278 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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YX03 MGJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Multi-colour with a 125cc 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 YX03 MGJ, 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 YX03 MGJ registered?

YX03 MGJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is YX03 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 MGJ 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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