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GK04 EPE

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,572 mi
Last recorded19,572 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 EPE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 19,572 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 18,876 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 18,329 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 17,741 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 16,652 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 14,838 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 12,253 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2011 12,253 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 10,463 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 8,475 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 8,115 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 7,624 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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GK04 EPE is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GK04 EPE, 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 GK04 EPE registered?

GK04 EPE is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 August 2004.

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The MOT history for GK04 EPE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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