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LK54 MFU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,959 mi
Last recorded78,959 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 MFU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2021 78,959 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rocker gasket has a bad oil leak.

Pass 25 Jun 2019 69,132 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 62,753 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 56,360 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 49,434 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 43,947 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering lock is deffective.

Fail 29 May 2015 43,947 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering lock is deffective.

Pass 13 Jun 2014 36,594 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 36,594 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 May 2013 32,355 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 32,355 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 30,303 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 26,585 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 22,630 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 20,098 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 MFU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MFU, 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 MFU registered?

LK54 MFU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 December 2004.

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