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AU03 FSJ

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,728 mi
Last recorded39,728 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 FSJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 39,728 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 36,920 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 36,920 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 33,129 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,237 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,773 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 23,716 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 19,617 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 17,613 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 17,613 miles

Centre Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2008 15,809 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 5 May 2006 10,582 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel hub splines slightly worn

Fail 29 Apr 2006 10,582 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

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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AU03 FSJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU03 FSJ, 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 AU03 FSJ registered?

AU03 FSJ is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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The MOT history for AU03 FSJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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