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HW54 ATV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

20,228 mi
Last recorded20,228 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW54 ATV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine151cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 20,228 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 19,085 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 18,117 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 17,183 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 15,815 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 15,402 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 14,858 miles

advise repack silencer

Pass 20 May 2017 14,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 13,745 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brake pads, recommend replace ASAP (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy non-std system,, throaty note (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 13,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front and rear tyres, tread slightly perished

slight oil contamination engine unit

Pass 24 Sep 2013 12,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front and rear tyres, tread very slightly perished

Pass 2 Oct 2012 12,493 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,537 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 10,565 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 8,931 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 6,576 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 6,576 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 5,234 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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HW54 ATV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 151cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HW54 ATV, 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 HW54 ATV registered?

HW54 ATV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 October 2004.

Is HW54 ATV safe to buy?

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