CarVerify

Free Car Check

DK05 DVX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,178 mi
Last recorded8,178 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 DVX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 8,178 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 8,146 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 8,087 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 8,046 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 8,029 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 7,760 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2017 7,560 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,066 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 7,066 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 3,797 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 3,675 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 3,666 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 3,269 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 3,032 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 1,993 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DK05 DVX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK05 DVX?

You can check the full history of DK05 DVX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DK05 DVX registered?

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

Is DK05 DVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 DVX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK05 DVX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DK05 DVX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.