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LF04 EKV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,796 mi
Last recorded19,796 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 EKV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 19,796 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 19,796 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 14,853 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 14,853 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2019 14,160 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 14,160 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 14,160 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 14,160 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 14,160 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 14,160 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 14,160 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 14,160 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 14,160 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,160 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,160 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 14,160 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 14,160 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 13,930 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 11,131 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 11,131 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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 EKV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EKV, 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 EKV registered?

LF04 EKV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is LF04 EKV safe to buy?

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