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YX03 MHM

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,788 mi
Last recorded10,788 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 MHM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 10,788 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 9,887 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 9,002 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 8,107 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 7,604 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 7,271 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 7,180 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 7,163 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 6,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 6,089 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,858 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 4,858 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 4,156 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 3,756 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 3,614 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 3,595 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 3,302 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 MHM is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MHM, 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 MHM registered?

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

Is YX03 MHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 MHM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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