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EU55 RXB

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

43,463 mi
Last recorded43,463 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 RXB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 43,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 43,463 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 33,741 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 33,749 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 33,749 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 33,479 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 29,870 miles

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 25 Apr 2015 29,870 miles

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 25,445 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 25,445 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 21,058 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 19,399 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,330 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,557 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 11,557 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 20 Apr 2009 7,305 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 7,305 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 RXB is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EU55 RXB, 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 RXB registered?

EU55 RXB is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is EU55 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 RXB shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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