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HX04 GSY

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,030 mi
Last recorded31,030 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 GSY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 31,030 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 31,016 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,092 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 27,078 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,778 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,442 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 21,409 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 18,157 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 17,266 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 14,940 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,597 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 9,459 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 9,459 miles

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

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 GSY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 HX04 GSY, 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 GSY registered?

HX04 GSY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 April 2004.

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