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DK04 HYV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,635 mi
Last recorded26,635 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 HYV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 26,635 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2014 26,635 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2013 23,390 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 23,390 miles

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 Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2011 20,289 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 17,779 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 14,423 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 11,201 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 8,449 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 HYV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc 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 HYV, 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 HYV registered?

DK04 HYV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for DK04 HYV 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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