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DK04 HMJ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,827 mi
Last recorded17,827 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 HMJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 17,827 miles

sidewalls perished on the front tyre

Fail 9 Sep 2013 17,827 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

sidewalls perished on the front tyre

Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,707 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 16,071 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 16,049 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 14,190 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 11,457 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 7,631 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 48 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 HMJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HMJ, 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 DK04 HMJ registered?

DK04 HMJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is DK04 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 HMJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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