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GX54 HBG

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,622 mi
Last recorded12,622 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 HBG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 12,622 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2024 12,622 miles

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

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 12,588 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 12,588 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 12,339 miles

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

Rear Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 12,311 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 12,177 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 12,034 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 11,613 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 10,787 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 10,294 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 10,253 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 9,724 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 7,986 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 7,754 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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GX54 HBG is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Grey 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 GX54 HBG, 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 GX54 HBG registered?

GX54 HBG is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 October 2004.

Is GX54 HBG safe to buy?

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