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GX04 FXY

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,423 mi
Last recorded15,423 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 FXY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 15,423 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 14,696 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 13,544 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,711 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 12,143 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 11,954 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Aug 2019 11,718 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front panel, side stand mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 11,718 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Rear break lever (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front panel, side stand mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 11,586 miles

Corrosion marks all over weight bearing elements of chassis

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2016 11,188 miles

Dodgy high/low beam switch

Dodgy horn button

Pass 8 Jun 2015 10,284 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 8,807 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 7,069 miles

rear tyre slightly worn uneven

Pass 8 May 2012 5,819 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 4,187 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 3,068 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 3,068 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 2,911 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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GX04 FXY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GX04 FXY, 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 GX04 FXY registered?

GX04 FXY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is GX04 FXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX04 FXY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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