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J40 GWM

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,456 mi
Last recorded12,456 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 GWM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine151cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 12,456 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 12,284 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 12,174 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 12,150 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 12,049 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 11,904 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 11,714 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,506 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 11,341 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2016 11,233 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 11,212 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 11,120 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 11,030 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 10,917 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 10,657 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 10,160 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 10,104 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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J40 GWM is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 151cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J40 GWM, 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 J40 GWM registered?

J40 GWM is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is J40 GWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 GWM shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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