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LK54 FBC

2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,907 mi
Last recorded15,907 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET48,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 FBC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa ET4
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 15,907 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 14,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 13,619 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 13,619 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected ALSO LEVER PIVOT SLIGHTLY WORN (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 11,727 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 11,616 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 11,399 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 10,749 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 10,152 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 9,606 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 9,481 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 9,481 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 9,008 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 8,655 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 14 Oct 2011 8,655 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 8,336 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 7,956 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 5,854 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa ET4?

Based on 5,276 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
869
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 121
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
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LK54 FBC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 8,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa ET4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK54 FBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa ET4 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa ET4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK54 FBC registered?

LK54 FBC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa ET4, first registered on 13 November 2004.

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