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DK54 EWT

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,850 mi
Last recorded21,850 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 EWT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 21,850 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 21,256 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 17,540 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 17,500 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

engine revs to high at tickover causing bike to move on its own

Pass 13 Oct 2011 13,037 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 10,579 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 10,579 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 8,891 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 8,891 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2008 7,305 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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DK54 EWT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DK54 EWT, 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 DK54 EWT registered?

DK54 EWT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 October 2004.

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