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FJ05 KYU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,399 mi
Last recorded14,399 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 KYU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 14,399 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 14,314 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 7,497 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 6,652 miles

Rear unable to see rear brake pads

Fail 13 Aug 2019 6,652 miles

Fuel cap ineffective seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear unable to see rear brake pads

Pass 3 Jul 2018 6,546 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 6,477 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 6,445 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 6,445 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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 KYU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KYU, 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

How do I check the history of FJ05 KYU?

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What year was FJ05 KYU registered?

FJ05 KYU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 April 2005.

Is FJ05 KYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 KYU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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