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S26 DCL

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,415 mi
Last recorded5,415 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 DCL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 5,415 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 5,360 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 4,729 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 4,705 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play V.Slight (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play V.Slight (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 4,705 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play V.Slight (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play V.Slight (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 4,660 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 25,325 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 25,235 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 4,639 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 4,548 miles

seat lock not working

Pass 26 Jul 2011 3,790 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 2,712 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 2,712 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 1,481 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 1,172 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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S26 DCL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S26 DCL, 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 S26 DCL registered?

S26 DCL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is S26 DCL safe to buy?

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