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LJ54 VGK

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

10,339 mi
Last recorded10,339 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 VGK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2024 10,339 miles

Central Outer Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fuel pipe damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 10,399 miles

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

rear tyre flat

Fail 30 Aug 2023 10,399 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear tyre flat

Pass 19 May 2022 9,920 miles

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

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))

center stand sticking slightly

Fail 19 May 2022 9,920 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

center stand sticking slightly

Fail 18 May 2022 9,920 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 9,453 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 9,453 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 9,396 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 9,396 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2019 9,232 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 8,804 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 8,366 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,897 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 May 2014 7,891 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 6,906 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,497 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 5,660 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 5,200 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 3,657 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 3,302 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2008 3,302 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 VGK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 VGK, 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 VGK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 December 2004.

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