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WA54 BYB

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,762 mi
Last recorded5,762 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 BYB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2018 5,762 miles

bolt missing out of rear mudgaurd but still secure

slight oil leak from two stroke oil tank

Pass 13 Sep 2017 5,648 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 5,347 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 5,067 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 4,669 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 4,276 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

lower front shock o.ring split

Pass 4 Nov 2011 3,910 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 3,558 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 2,927 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 2,357 miles

Some movement in top-box. Item is secured to frame.

Pass 2 Nov 2007 1,730 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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WA54 BYB is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WA54 BYB, 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 WA54 BYB registered?

WA54 BYB is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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