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LJ04 SZD

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

30,655 mi
Last recorded30,655 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 SZD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 30,655 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 27,925 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 23,575 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 20,173 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 18,800 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 18,045 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 17,762 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 16,838 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,612 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 15,874 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 14,851 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 14,291 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 13,925 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 13,876 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 13,868 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2012 13,703 miles

front indicators slightly obscured

Pass 28 Feb 2011 13,200 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 12,630 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 12,068 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,142 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 7,994 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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LJ04 SZD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SZD, 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 SZD registered?

LJ04 SZD is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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The MOT history for LJ04 SZD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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