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HX04 HGC

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,109 mi
Last recorded13,109 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 HGC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 13,109 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 12,668 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 7,796 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 7,138 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,057 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 5,991 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 5,916 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 4,995 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 4,196 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 4,196 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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 HGC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 HX04 HGC, 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 HGC registered?

HX04 HGC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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