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PN04 SJY

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,114 mi
Last recorded16,114 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN04 SJY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine151cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 16,114 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 16,028 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 15,960 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 15,917 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 15,873 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 15,873 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 15,799 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 14,264 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 14,093 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 13,816 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 13,425 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 12,990 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,465 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 11,729 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 11,726 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2011 10,725 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 6,444 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,298 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 5,235 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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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PN04 SJY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 151cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN04 SJY, 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 PN04 SJY registered?

PN04 SJY is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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The MOT history for PN04 SJY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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