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HX04 WSU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,260 mi
Last recorded11,260 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 WSU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 11,260 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 11,169 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 10,878 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 10,443 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 9,577 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 9,577 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 8,853 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 8,170 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 8,169 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 7,278 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 7,278 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 6,295 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 5,368 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 4,462 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 3,684 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 3,384 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 2,886 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 2,540 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 1,951 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 1,483 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 WSU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WSU, 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 WSU registered?

HX04 WSU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is HX04 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 WSU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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