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EU55 MVT

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,755 mi
Last recorded14,755 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 MVT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 14,755 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 14,755 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 14,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside handlebar brake lever has low reserve travel.

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2012 13,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 11,596 miles

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

Rear brake control 2 requires adjustment.

Pass 8 Apr 2010 9,474 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 7,575 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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EU55 MVT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EU55 MVT, 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 EU55 MVT registered?

EU55 MVT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is EU55 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 MVT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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