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SF04 KUK

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,034 mi
Last recorded3,034 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 KUK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 3,034 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 26,356 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2016 26,356 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

fuel cap missing under seat

Fail 15 Aug 2016 26,355 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively damaged mud gaurd (6.1.1a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 21,151 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 19,326 miles

no visual inspection of rear brake pads

Fail 28 Jun 2014 19,325 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

no visual inspection of rear brake pads

Pass 20 Aug 2010 18,202 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 16,642 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,641 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2008 15,596 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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SF04 KUK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SF04 KUK, 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 SF04 KUK registered?

SF04 KUK is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is SF04 KUK safe to buy?

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