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EU05 OXR

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,389 mi
Last recorded21,389 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 OXR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 21,389 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 21,097 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 19,900 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 18,238 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 17,364 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 17,322 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 15,716 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 15,716 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 May 2016 14,021 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 13,614 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,636 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 8,468 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 May 2010 6,163 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 6,163 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 9 May 2009 3,678 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2009 3,678 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 768 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 768 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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EU05 OXR is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OXR, 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 EU05 OXR registered?

EU05 OXR is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is EU05 OXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 OXR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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