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BX55 VSP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,432 mi
Last recorded26,432 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 VSP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 26,432 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 25,136 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 24,201 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 23,756 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 20,554 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 20,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 20,280 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 19,437 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 28,313 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 16,145 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 23,046 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 21,016 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 20,089 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 20,089 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,617 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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BX55 VSP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BX55 VSP, 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 BX55 VSP registered?

BX55 VSP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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