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BX05 VWC

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,898 mi
Last recorded7,898 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 VWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 7,898 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 7,780 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 7,616 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 7,443 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 7,315 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 6,539 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 6,479 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 6,479 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 6,456 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 6,337 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 6,335 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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BX05 VWC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 13,888 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 BX05 VWC, 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 21 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 BX05 VWC registered?

BX05 VWC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is BX05 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 VWC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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