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DK04 HND

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

10,665 mi
Last recorded10,665 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 HND
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2025 10,665 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 10,373 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 10,223 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 10,049 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 9,904 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 9,734 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 9,734 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 9,528 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 9,314 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 9,082 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 8,820 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 84,469 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 7,696 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 7,696 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 7,210 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 7,209 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)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 6,717 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 6,341 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 6,139 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,696 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 5,695 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2008 4,463 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 3,955 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 HND is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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

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