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LJ04 ZHC

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,959 mi
Last recorded58,959 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 ZHC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 58,959 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 58,501 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 57,819 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 55,551 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 53,588 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 52,800 miles

Underside rusty

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 51,901 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 48,565 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 44,850 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 40,355 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 36,417 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 34,004 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 33,107 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 32,428 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 29,851 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,856 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 23,579 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 20,935 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 17,009 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 ZHC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZHC, 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 ZHC registered?

LJ04 ZHC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 August 2004.

Is LJ04 ZHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 ZHC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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