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LJ54 HPP

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,048 mi
Last recorded20,048 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 HPP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2021 20,048 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 27,750 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Slightly reduced damping (5.3.3 (d))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2017 23,354 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 21,964 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 19,693 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,693 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 18,512 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 16,902 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2012 16,902 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 14,017 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 14,017 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 12,218 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 10,444 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 7,402 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 3,841 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 HPP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HPP, 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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LJ54 HPP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 September 2004.

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