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SN04 FRC

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,286 mi
Last recorded13,286 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 FRC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 13,286 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 13,262 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 10,858 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 10,785 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 9,502 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

sidestand corroded. can't be used

Pass 26 Mar 2016 9,502 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

sidestand corroded and can't be used

Fail 25 Mar 2016 9,502 miles

Steering lock stop ineffective on full right lock (2.1.3)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

sidestand corroded and can't be used

Pass 6 Mar 2015 7,842 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2013 6,102 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 5,003 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 3,991 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 2,672 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 2,458 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 1,843 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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SN04 FRC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SN04 FRC, 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 SN04 FRC registered?

SN04 FRC is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 March 2004.

Is SN04 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN04 FRC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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