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DK54 LLU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,698 mi
Last recorded41,698 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 LLU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 41,698 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 37,358 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 31,139 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 Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2011 21,984 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 21,806 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 21,806 miles

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))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2009 20,077 miles

luggage carrier mounts coroded and carrier loose

Pass 28 May 2008 11,078 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 LLU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LLU, 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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DK54 LLU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 November 2004.

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