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FJ04 RRU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,372 mi
Last recorded13,372 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 RRU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 13,372 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 10,868 miles

inadequate welding repair to an area outside a prescribed area

Pass 11 Oct 2016 10,601 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 10,033 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 9,137 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 8,669 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 8,052 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 7,523 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 15 Sep 2011 7,523 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2010 6,499 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 5,455 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 5,452 miles

Offside Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,369 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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FJ04 RRU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FJ04 RRU, 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 FJ04 RRU registered?

FJ04 RRU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is FJ04 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 RRU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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