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BX55 YSU

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,742 mi
Last recorded24,742 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 YSU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 24,742 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 22,738 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 22,738 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 May 2015 20,167 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 17,663 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 14,931 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 11,663 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 2,108 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 4,692 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 6,186 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 YSU is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 14,042 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 YSU, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BX55 YSU registered?

BX55 YSU is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is BX55 YSU safe to buy?

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