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HX04 NZD

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,068 mi
Last recorded12,068 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 NZD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 12,068 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 11,010 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 7,705 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 7,680 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 5,506 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 4,432 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 3,713 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 3,134 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 3,134 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 NZD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NZD, 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 HX04 NZD registered?

HX04 NZD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is HX04 NZD safe to buy?

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