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DK53 BKV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,095 mi
Last recorded42,095 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 BKV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 42,095 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 40,876 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 39,604 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 39,593 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 39,593 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 33,802 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 26,708 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 17,947 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 17,947 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 13,015 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 10,583 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 10,583 miles

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 wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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DK53 BKV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DK53 BKV, 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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DK53 BKV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 February 2004.

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