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LJ54 HJO

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,864 mi
Last recorded7,864 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 HJO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 7,864 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 7,432 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

play in front wheel

Fail 28 May 2015 7,397 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

play in front wheel

Pass 20 May 2014 6,803 miles

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 May 2014 6,770 miles

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,615 miles

pnaqels erstricted view to btest

Fail 23 Apr 2013 6,615 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 6,228 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 4,887 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 4,006 miles

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 3,685 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 3,320 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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LJ54 HJO is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ54 HJO, 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.

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What year was LJ54 HJO registered?

LJ54 HJO is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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