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LJ04 RHZ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,242 mi
Last recorded49,242 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 RHZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2013 49,242 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 47,415 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2011 45,359 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 42,589 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 38,218 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 32,059 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 24,732 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 24,732 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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 RHZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LJ04 RHZ, 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 RHZ registered?

LJ04 RHZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is LJ04 RHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 RHZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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