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CN05 OTR

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

16,236 mi
Last recorded16,236 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 OTR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 16,236 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 16,053 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 13,012 miles

Rear Brake

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

Pass 26 May 2016 12,929 miles

battery loose

Fail 24 May 2016 12,918 miles

Riders seat insecure rear catch broken (6.2.1a)

battery loose

Pass 2 May 2015 12,436 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 12,436 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2014 7,675 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 7,675 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Tyres under inflaited

Pass 20 Mar 2013 6,948 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 5,278 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 2,910 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 7,849 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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CN05 OTR is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CN05 OTR, 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 CN05 OTR registered?

CN05 OTR is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is CN05 OTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN05 OTR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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