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EU05 YKS

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,312 mi
Last recorded2,312 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 YKS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 2,312 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 35,134 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Aug 2014 35,134 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 28,570 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 28,570 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 21,928 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 21,928 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,524 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 10,750 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 9,479 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 4,227 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 YKS is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YKS, 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 YKS registered?

EU05 YKS is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is EU05 YKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 YKS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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