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HX04 GSU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,631 mi
Last recorded10,631 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 GSU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 10,631 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 10,328 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 10,085 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 9,605 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 8,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 8,554 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 7,841 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 7,513 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 7,470 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 7,351 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 6,886 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 6,554 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 5,928 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 5,779 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 5,779 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 5,773 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,769 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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HX04 GSU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HX04 GSU, 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 HX04 GSU registered?

HX04 GSU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is HX04 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 GSU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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