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LK04 FCZ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

17,049 mi
Last recorded17,049 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 FCZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 17,049 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 16,423 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 15,196 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 15,196 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 11,200 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Dec 2016 11,200 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Dec 2015 8,676 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Dec 2015 8,676 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Lower Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 6,145 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 5,477 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 4,545 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 4,545 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 3,301 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 1,859 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 1,821 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 May 2009 1,821 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 1,614 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 1,271 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 FCZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LK04 FCZ, 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 FCZ registered?

LK04 FCZ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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