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LJ04 HNV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,135 mi
Last recorded2,135 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 HNV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 2,135 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 6,597 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2012 6,597 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 6,443 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 6,443 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 5,734 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,952 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 3,186 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 3,185 miles

Front Upper Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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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LJ04 HNV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ04 HNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ04 HNV registered?

LJ04 HNV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 March 2004.

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The MOT history for LJ04 HNV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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