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EU55 RVL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,795 mi
Last recorded39,795 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 RVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 39,795 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 39,590 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 38,704 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 36,459 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 36,070 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 35,084 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 32,251 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 30,708 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 28,887 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 26,761 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2013 26,761 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 25,933 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 21,622 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 21,419 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 21,278 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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EU55 RVL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EU55 RVL, 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 EU55 RVL registered?

EU55 RVL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is EU55 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 RVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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