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EU05 NZN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,435 mi
Last recorded12,435 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 NZN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 12,435 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 12,404 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 12,404 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component likely to fail half of shock bottom seat corroded and missing (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2023 12,107 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 11,485 miles

Front tyre starting to wear on one side

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 10,973 miles

Front Tyre worn unevenly due to low pressure

Pass 28 Aug 2019 10,646 miles

Front Front tyre worn unevenly, but still has sufficient depth of tread

Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,951 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 9,345 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 9,345 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 8,642 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 7,916 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 7,916 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 7,101 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2013 6,261 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 6,261 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 5,589 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 4,434 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 3,677 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 2,967 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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EU05 NZN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 EU05 NZN, 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 EU05 NZN registered?

EU05 NZN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is EU05 NZN safe to buy?

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