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LK04 DWC

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

6,361 mi
Last recorded6,361 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 DWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 6,361 miles

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

registration plate cracked but can still be read

Fail 3 May 2013 6,361 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 May 2013 6,361 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 6,361 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 6,361 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 6,361 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 6,361 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 6,361 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 3,017 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 376 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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LK04 DWC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LK04 DWC, 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 LK04 DWC registered?

LK04 DWC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 March 2004.

Is LK04 DWC safe to buy?

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