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LK54 HVJ

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,393 mi
Last recorded29,393 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 HVJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 29,393 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 29,368 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 25,036 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

advise front brake service

Fail 23 Mar 2018 25,036 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

advise front brake service

Pass 16 Mar 2017 20,376 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 20,376 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 14,699 miles

both tyres slightly cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2015 13,520 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 12,224 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 10,908 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 10,908 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 4 Feb 2012 6,440 miles

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

front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 8 Feb 2011 2,843 miles

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

front tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 30 Oct 2009 2,028 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 HVJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LK54 HVJ, 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 LK54 HVJ registered?

LK54 HVJ is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 October 2004.

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