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GN54 FLG

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,134 mi
Last recorded11,134 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 FLG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 11,134 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened suspension unit (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 May 2019 11,133 miles

Front Brake excessively binding front caliper binding excessively, restricting free rotation of wheel (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened suspension unit (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 10,030 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 10,030 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 May 2017 9,448 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 8,404 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 8,404 miles

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

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

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged stand damaged, too close to ground (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2015 7,339 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 6,394 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 5,457 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 5,457 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 4,593 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 3,858 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 3,858 miles

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))

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

Fail 27 May 2010 3,260 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 3,260 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 2,297 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 1,808 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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GN54 FLG is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GN54 FLG, 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 GN54 FLG registered?

GN54 FLG is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 September 2004.

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