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LF04 BXM

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,940 mi
Last recorded8,940 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 BXM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 8,940 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose hinge broken but not detached (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

ignition turns the bike off with vibration or bumps

Fail 16 Aug 2024 8,940 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose hinge broken but not detached (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

ignition turns the bike off with vibration or bumps

Pass 18 Aug 2023 8,936 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 8,815 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 8,708 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 8,691 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 8,688 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 7,503 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 5,150 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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LF04 BXM is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LF04 BXM, 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 LF04 BXM registered?

LF04 BXM is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 April 2004.

Is LF04 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 BXM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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