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VX54 LMV

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

18,149 mi
Last recorded18,149 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 LMV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 18,149 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 18,147 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 15,131 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 15,131 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front under leg sheald corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2015 15,131 miles

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)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front under leg sheald corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2014 13,706 miles

front tyre worn out of shape

rear exhaust corroded and slight blow

Pass 20 Sep 2012 13,319 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 13,319 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 11,309 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 10,544 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 10,544 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 9,048 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 9,048 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,508 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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VX54 LMV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 VX54 LMV, 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 VX54 LMV registered?

VX54 LMV is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 October 2004.

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