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VX04 HRP

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,185 mi
Last recorded18,185 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 HRP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 18,185 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 17,497 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 16,482 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 16,482 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 15,175 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 15,175 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 12,447 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 8,791 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 6,390 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,603 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,944 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 3,407 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 405 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

engine oil leak.

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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VX04 HRP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VX04 HRP, 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 VX04 HRP registered?

VX04 HRP is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 April 2004.

Is VX04 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX04 HRP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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