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LF04 HJA

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,182 mi
Last recorded9,182 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 HJA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 9,182 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 9,182 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 7,452 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 5,597 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 5,598 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2017 5,597 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2013 5,578 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 4,365 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 2,157 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 2,157 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 2,137 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 2,137 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 HJA is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HJA, 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 HJA registered?

LF04 HJA is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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