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AB03 MOD

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,861 mi
Last recorded19,861 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB03 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 19,861 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 19,823 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 19,793 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 May 2024 19,288 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 19,203 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 18,631 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 18,577 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 18,424 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 17,076 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,965 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 May 2017 12,770 miles

front spot lamps covered at time of test

Pass 14 May 2016 10,187 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. silencer rivets worn exhaust rubber mounts worn (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 May 2015 7,246 miles

spot lamps covered at time of test(front)

Pass 10 May 2014 5,105 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 4,767 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 3,166 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 2,922 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 2,721 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 973 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 914 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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AB03 MOD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AB03 MOD, 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 AB03 MOD registered?

AB03 MOD is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is AB03 MOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB03 MOD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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