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FJ05 JWP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,421 mi
Last recorded32,421 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 JWP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 32,421 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 32,421 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 32,005 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 25,240 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,595 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 19,595 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 17,761 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 17,688 miles

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

Rear Tyre close to legal limit

Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,620 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 17,545 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 17,307 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 16,787 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 14,986 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 13,800 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 11,276 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 8,633 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2008 8,546 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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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FJ05 JWP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FJ05 JWP, 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 FJ05 JWP registered?

FJ05 JWP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is FJ05 JWP safe to buy?

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