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OU04 CPF

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,009 mi
Last recorded27,009 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 CPF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 27,009 miles

Front Front tyre slightly perished

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Rubber perished engine mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 26,443 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 25,964 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 25,221 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 24,224 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 24,224 miles

Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 22,731 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 21,346 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 21,346 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 20,397 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 20,123 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 18,682 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 18,682 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 17,512 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 15,783 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,973 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 12,509 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 12,509 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 10,991 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,804 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 6,690 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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OU04 CPF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OU04 CPF, 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 OU04 CPF registered?

OU04 CPF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is OU04 CPF safe to buy?

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