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FX54 AFF

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,562 mi
Last recorded60,562 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 AFF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 60,562 miles

Cannot properly inspect rear brake pads due to design

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 58,749 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside rear view mirror missing, offside rear view mirror present.

Fail 20 Oct 2018 58,749 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 55,221 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 53,733 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded to underside (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 50,926 miles

engine covers fitted

frame covered

Fail 4 Sep 2015 50,922 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

engine covers fitted

frame covered

Pass 27 Aug 2014 43,833 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,089 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 21,499 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,538 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 16,872 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 8,457 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 8,457 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 8,217 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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FX54 AFF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX54 AFF, 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 FX54 AFF registered?

FX54 AFF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is FX54 AFF safe to buy?

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