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DK04 HUJ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

21,788 mi
Last recorded21,788 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 HUJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 21,788 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 2,188 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 21,746 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 21,746 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 21,534 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 19,411 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 19,410 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 15,288 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 15,288 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 12,176 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 11,166 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 11,166 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6) DANGEROUS

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

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 6,827 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 HUJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 HUJ, 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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What year was DK04 HUJ registered?

DK04 HUJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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