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VX04 UPL

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,408 mi
Last recorded42,408 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 UPL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 42,408 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 41,287 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 37,400 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 37,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2016 28,762 miles

Front suspension spring fractured (2.2.1b(I))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,175 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 25,433 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 22,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 16,890 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 13,462 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 10,031 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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VX04 UPL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 UPL, 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 UPL registered?

VX04 UPL is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 July 2004.

Is VX04 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX04 UPL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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