MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,086 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Number plate light not working
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Bolt in rear tyre.
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
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)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DK04 HXY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 HXY, 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 HXY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 March 2004.
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