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YX03 MHE

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,458 mi
Last recorded24,458 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 MHE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 24,458 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 24,446 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 23,674 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 23,412 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 23,256 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 22,791 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 21,829 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 20,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 20,318 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 19,829 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 19,226 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 19,226 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 18,341 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 16,979 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 15,705 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 12,894 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 10,254 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 8,513 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 6,194 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 4,525 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 3,140 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 MHE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 MHE, 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 MHE registered?

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

Is YX03 MHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 MHE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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