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AY03 MXU

2003 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,573 mi
Last recorded16,573 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa11,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 MXU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 16,573 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 15,423 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 13,257 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 13,116 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 13,116 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 12,884 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,040 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 5,726 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 3,464 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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AY03 MXU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AY03 MXU, 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 AY03 MXU registered?

AY03 MXU is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is AY03 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 MXU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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