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LK54 FBU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,094 mi
Last recorded28,094 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 FBU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2020 28,094 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 27,510 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 27,509 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2018 26,222 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 24,696 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 22,686 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 20,246 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 20,246 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 18,543 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 17,468 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 14,595 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 12,302 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 9,760 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 7,445 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 4,319 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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LK54 FBU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LK54 FBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK54 FBU registered?

LK54 FBU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is LK54 FBU safe to buy?

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