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LF04 DHX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,519 mi
Last recorded54,519 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 DHX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 54,519 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 54,007 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 54,007 miles

Central Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2020 53,729 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 53,553 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 52,674 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 52,674 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 51,896 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 51,568 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 47,707 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 14 May 2015 47,707 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 42,525 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 37,757 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 34,908 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 32,155 miles

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

slight corrosion on underside of frame.

Pass 7 May 2010 27,966 miles

engine mounts have slight movement, will need replacing soon.

Pass 22 May 2009 23,957 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 23,956 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 May 2008 19,820 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 14,854 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 14,854 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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 DHX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LF04 DHX, 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 DHX registered?

LF04 DHX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is LF04 DHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 DHX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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