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LK03 KLE

2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

20,795 mi
Last recorded20,795 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET49,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 KLE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2025 20,795 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front PERISHING ON SIDE WALL

Rear PERISHING ON SIDE WALL

Pass 29 May 2024 20,684 miles

Rear rear tyre perishing on side wall

Pass 23 May 2020 20,484 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 20,305 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 20,254 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 20,167 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 17,896 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 13,777 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 13,777 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 13,074 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 8,368 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,482 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 10,482 miles

Front Brake cylinder severely damaged (3.2.B1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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LK03 KLE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 9,440 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 ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK03 KLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK03 KLE registered?

LK03 KLE is a 2003 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 13 May 2003.

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