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LK04 FHV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

19,259 mi
Last recorded19,259 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 FHV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 19,259 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 18,707 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,556 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2017 17,556 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 15,484 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 15,484 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 14,902 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 14,371 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 13,949 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 13,443 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 12,864 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2011 12,864 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 10,887 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2010 10,887 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 9,051 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 8,084 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 8,084 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 4,605 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 4,605 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 FHV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FHV, 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 FHV registered?

LK04 FHV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2004.

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