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FJ05 NWU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,829 mi
Last recorded35,829 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 NWU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 35,829 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 35,829 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 34,868 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Side stand fixing point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 33,385 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 33,000 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 32,994 miles

Motorcycle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Stand (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 29,056 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 24,030 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 24,025 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 May 2013 22,406 miles

REAR NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED BORDERLINE

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2012 20,606 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

headlight aim on upper limit

Pass 23 May 2011 17,008 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 10,269 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 7,611 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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FJ05 NWU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FJ05 NWU, 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 NWU registered?

FJ05 NWU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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