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LF04 KRD

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,899 mi
Last recorded12,899 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 KRD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 12,899 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 12,583 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 12,513 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 12,512 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 9,238 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 8,919 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 8,048 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,001 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 6,880 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 6,676 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 5,844 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 5,774 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 5,605 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 5,221 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 5,221 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 3,018 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 KRD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KRD, 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 KRD registered?

LF04 KRD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 July 2004.

Is LF04 KRD safe to buy?

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