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SN04 RYF

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,902 mi
Last recorded14,902 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN04 RYF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 14,902 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 14,468 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2020 14,465 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Exhaust corroded but not leaking

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 14,339 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 14,339 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 14,179 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 14,151 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light white light (1.3.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2016 13,605 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 13,605 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 1,576 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 12,329 miles

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

no mirrors fitted at time of test

speedo glass cracked

tear in seat cover

Pass 26 Mar 2011 11,200 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 10,220 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 10,220 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 9,449 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 8,631 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 RYF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SN04 RYF, 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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SN04 RYF is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 August 2004.

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