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FA04 FKT

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

17,955 mi
Last recorded17,955 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 FKT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 17,955 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 16,560 miles

front fender damaged

Fail 3 Jun 2017 16,560 miles

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

front fender damaged

Pass 21 May 2016 14,819 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 14,819 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2015 12,831 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 8,686 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 8,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,685 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 7,894 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 7,890 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2010 6,207 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 5,647 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 5,524 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 4,734 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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FA04 FKT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FA04 FKT, 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 FA04 FKT registered?

FA04 FKT is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 July 2004.

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