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WA04 GWU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

8,290 mi
Last recorded8,290 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA04 GWU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 8,290 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 1,286 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,071 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

panels damaged

Fail 14 May 2013 22,071 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

panels damaged

Pass 3 May 2012 22,071 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 May 2011 22,072 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 May 2011 22,072 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,071 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 22,071 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 21,052 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 Apr 2009 21,052 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,376 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 13,950 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 13,950 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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WA04 GWU 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 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 WA04 GWU, 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 WA04 GWU registered?

WA04 GWU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 April 2004.

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