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DK05 DWE

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

38,874 mi
Last recorded38,874 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 DWE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 38,874 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 37,532 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 37,532 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Panal Damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 38,177 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 34,890 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 34,890 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Dec 2018 34,883 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 33,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,419 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 29,797 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 25,969 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 25,969 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2012 21,714 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 May 2012 21,714 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,328 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 15,885 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 12,975 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,133 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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DK05 DWE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DWE, 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

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What year was DK05 DWE registered?

DK05 DWE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 May 2005.

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