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DK54 OXH

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,689 mi
Last recorded39,689 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 OXH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 39,689 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 39,687 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 39,687 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

idle speed high

Rear tyre flat

Pass 6 Jun 2020 39,687 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 39,687 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 42,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 39,687 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 39,645 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 39,637 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 39,448 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 38,702 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 32,939 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 32,939 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2010 27,952 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 27,952 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 23,366 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2009 23,366 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 13,062 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 9,575 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 OXH is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DK54 OXH, 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 DK54 OXH registered?

DK54 OXH is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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