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DK04 PFX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

3,790 mi
Last recorded3,790 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 PFX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 3,790 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 3,790 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 3,721 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 3,721 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 2,296 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 1,877 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 442 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 49 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 2 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 4,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 1,336 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 3 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 PFX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PFX, 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 PFX registered?

DK04 PFX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is DK04 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 PFX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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