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DK04 DVL

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,665 mi
Last recorded27,665 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 DVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 27,665 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 27,316 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 27,316 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 26,028 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,695 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 23,695 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,230 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2013 20,230 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,840 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 15 Oct 2011 14,840 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 10,497 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 8,403 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 5,479 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 2,761 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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DK04 DVL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DK04 DVL, 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.

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DK04 DVL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 May 2004.

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