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LJ53 DVK

2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

14,929 mi
Last recorded14,929 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET48,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DVK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 14,929 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2024 13,444 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jan 2024 13,444 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure c/o temp repair (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 11,704 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 9,677 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 9,138 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 8,947 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 8,947 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 8,744 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 8,540 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 8,411 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 8,299 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 7,156 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 6,494 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 6,203 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 5,920 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 5,230 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 5,230 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 May 2009 3,841 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 3,841 miles

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

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 2,557 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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LJ53 DVK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 8,144 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 ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 DVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ53 DVK registered?

LJ53 DVK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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