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AU54 GRX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,967 mi
Last recorded8,967 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 GRX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 8,967 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2012 8,967 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 7,511 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 6,479 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 6,479 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 6,479 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 6,479 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

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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AU54 GRX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 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 AU54 GRX, 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 22 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 AU54 GRX registered?

AU54 GRX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 November 2004.

Is AU54 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU54 GRX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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