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LF04 HHD

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,826 mi
Last recorded26,826 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 HHD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 26,826 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 26,797 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of main frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 26,330 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of main body/frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 25,749 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 25,063 miles

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside frame structure plated/repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 24,312 miles

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under floor panel repaired/welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 23,450 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 23,020 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower floor pan repaired (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 23,005 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 23,004 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor panel holed and corroided (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 22,003 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 22,003 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on high/low (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 20,265 miles

Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 19,578 miles

Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 19,083 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 19,083 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2013 14,271 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 14,271 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 14,216 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 31 Oct 2012 14,216 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 13,968 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,345 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 12,538 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 9,824 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 HHD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 HHD, 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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LF04 HHD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 May 2004.

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