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RHL 512X

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,578 mi
Last recorded20,578 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHL 512X
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2022 20,578 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 20,406 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 20,395 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 20,122 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 19,781 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 19,429 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 16,695 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 14,644 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 12,010 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 9,558 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 4,503 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 5,533 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 5,102 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 5,102 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 4,654 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 24 Jun 2006 20,420 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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RHL 512X is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RHL 512X, 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 RHL 512X registered?

RHL 512X is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is RHL 512X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHL 512X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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