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LF04 SDV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

15,559 mi
Last recorded15,559 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 SDV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 15,559 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 15,559 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Jan 2017 15,559 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 15,559 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 15,559 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 15,559 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 15,559 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 15,559 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Nov 2013
Pass 7 Jun 2012 12,256 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 May 2011 10,722 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 10,722 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 18 May 2010 8,938 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 6,835 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2009 6,835 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 3,882 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 2,692 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 SDV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 SDV, 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 SDV registered?

LF04 SDV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 July 2004.

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