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SN54 JAU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,251 mi
Last recorded12,251 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN54 JAU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 12,251 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 11,884 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 11,388 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 10,701 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 10,287 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 9,763 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 9,698 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 9,698 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 9,609 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 9,537 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 8,957 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,425 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2009 7,392 miles

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 4,453 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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SN54 JAU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc 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 SN54 JAU, 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 SN54 JAU registered?

SN54 JAU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 December 2004.

Is SN54 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN54 JAU 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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