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BX55 VTE

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,432 mi
Last recorded7,432 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 VTE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 7,432 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 7,431 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 6,754 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 5,764 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 5,064 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,142 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 VTE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VTE, 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.

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What year was BX55 VTE registered?

BX55 VTE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is BX55 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX55 VTE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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