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DK04 PDX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,482 mi
Last recorded24,482 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 PDX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 24,482 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 24,482 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 21,239 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 21,239 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 18,211 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 15,889 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 12,668 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 9,002 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 5,597 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 5,597 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

very low air presure in rear tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2007 4,580 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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 PDX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PDX, 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 PDX registered?

DK04 PDX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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