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DX55 EKC

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,655 mi
Last recorded15,655 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 EKC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 15,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2021 15,609 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 15,177 miles

lower frame body slightly corroded

Fail 29 Mar 2019 15,177 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

lower frame body slightly corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2018 14,928 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 14,680 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 14,393 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Large repair patch noted to undertray, covered in black paint. Removal not possible to check chassis condition.

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 14,353 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 13,585 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 12,285 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 11,289 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 9,047 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 8,636 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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DX55 EKC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX55 EKC, 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 DX55 EKC registered?

DX55 EKC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 December 2005.

Is DX55 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 EKC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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