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YN04 HCX

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,958 mi
Last recorded12,958 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN04 HCX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 12,958 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 11,974 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 11,959 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 10,986 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 10,986 miles

Fuel cap ineffective cap seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2016 10,830 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 10,686 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 10,581 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 10,256 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 10,150 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 9,598 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 9,077 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 8,074 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 6,108 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 3,821 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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YN04 HCX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YN04 HCX, 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 YN04 HCX registered?

YN04 HCX is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 April 2004.

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