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DK54 PNJ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,829 mi
Last recorded9,829 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK54 PNJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 9,829 miles

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear brake cable requires lubrication

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 9,829 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear brake cable requires lubrication

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 9,768 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 9,766 miles

Front Lower Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2014 12,628 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Nov 2014 12,627 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 10,846 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Oct 2013 10,846 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 9,627 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

fuel pipe slight deterioration

Pass 17 Oct 2011 8,940 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Oct 2011 8,940 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 6,816 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 4,700 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 3,050 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 1,860 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 PNJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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