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EU05 XHX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,863 mi
Last recorded15,863 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 XHX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 15,863 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 12,184 miles

Battery flat

Oil light flickers occasionally

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 7,712 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2011 7,696 miles

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

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 5,309 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 5,252 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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 XHX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EU05 XHX, 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 XHX registered?

EU05 XHX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is EU05 XHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 XHX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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