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DK04 PCV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,242 mi
Last recorded23,242 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 PCV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 23,242 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 20,520 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2016 20,520 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(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,902 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 13,920 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 13,920 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,919 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 13,651 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,539 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 13,539 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 13,364 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 13,364 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

drive not disengageing fully when throttle closed bike trying to go forward

Pass 4 Jan 2008 12,916 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 12,133 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 PCV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PCV, 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 PCV registered?

DK04 PCV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is DK04 PCV safe to buy?

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