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DK05 DVP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,987 mi
Last recorded28,987 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 DVP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 28,987 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 28,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 28,701 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre sidewalls deteriorated

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear tyre sidewalls deteriorated

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 28,701 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front tyre sidewalls deteriorated

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear tyre sidewalls deteriorated

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 28,543 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 28,017 miles

number plate slightly damaged

Fail 12 Apr 2019 28,017 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock o/s lock stop missing (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Lower Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust mounting cracked

number plate slightly damaged

Pass 27 Mar 2018 26,582 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 26,582 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 23,447 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 23,447 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 22,321 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 20,207 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 20,207 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 17,506 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 15,807 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 15,807 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 13,572 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 11,424 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 11,424 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2009 10,103 miles

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

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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DK05 DVP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 DK05 DVP, 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 DK05 DVP registered?

DK05 DVP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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