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LJ54 SPV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,649 mi
Last recorded54,649 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 SPV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 54,649 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 49,928 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 44,652 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 39,363 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 39,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 36,165 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 36,165 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 32,516 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 30,009 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 27,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 22,279 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 19,088 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 14,101 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 7,101 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 SPV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ54 SPV, 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 LJ54 SPV registered?

LJ54 SPV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 October 2004.

Is LJ54 SPV safe to buy?

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