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DX55 FZV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,989 mi
Last recorded30,989 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 FZV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 30,989 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 25,604 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 18,897 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 16,152 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 11,542 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 10,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 10,100 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 4,581 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 3,051 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 2,094 miles

new clocks fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Sep 2012 10,103 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 12,008 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 7,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 FZV 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 100%.

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 FZV, 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 DX55 FZV registered?

DX55 FZV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 October 2005.

Is DX55 FZV safe to buy?

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