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DA54 XKN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,920 mi
Last recorded32,920 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 XKN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 32,920 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 32,405 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 32,095 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 30,428 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 30,428 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 25,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Feb 2011 25,580 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 19,117 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Feb 2010 19,117 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 14,790 miles

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW FROM JOINT

Pass 8 Feb 2008 10,665 miles

head light beam deflextor fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2008 10,665 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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DA54 XKN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DA54 XKN, 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 DA54 XKN registered?

DA54 XKN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 February 2005.

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