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DK05 DWP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

48,453 mi
Last recorded48,453 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 DWP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 48,453 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 48,324 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 48,324 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 48,324 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 43,095 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 40,204 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 40,204 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 35,761 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 35,761 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 30,945 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 30,945 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 26,769 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 26,769 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 22,227 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 18,039 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 13,989 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 9,633 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 DWP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DWP, 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 DWP registered?

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

Is DK05 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 DWP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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