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GX04 RSZ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Pink Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,114 mi
Last recorded12,114 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 RSZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 12,114 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2025 12,114 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2016 21,688 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 17,588 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2015 17,588 miles

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

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 17,583 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))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.2.B2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2013 14,868 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 14,868 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 12,825 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 12,785 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2011 11,168 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 8,525 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 8,525 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 5,677 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 2,792 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 RSZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Pink with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GX04 RSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX04 RSZ registered?

GX04 RSZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is GX04 RSZ safe to buy?

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