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YK04 HYU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Beige Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,658 mi
Last recorded50,658 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 HYU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2024 50,658 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2016 49,844 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 49,844 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 44,369 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 40,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2013 29,244 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 24,193 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 17,090 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 15,594 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 11,279 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 7,705 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 6,051 miles

horn poor

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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YK04 HYU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Beige with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 YK04 HYU, 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 YK04 HYU registered?

YK04 HYU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 May 2004.

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