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FJ54 VZE

2005 Piaggio Porter

White Diesel 1371cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

34,255 mi
Last recorded34,255 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Porter31,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 VZE
MakePiaggio
ModelPorter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,371cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 34,255 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front chassis leg showing sings of corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened offside and nearside showing sings of corrosion (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 34,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front chassis leg showing sings of corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened offside and nearside showing sings of corrosion (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 34,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front inner wheel arch chassis starting to corrode

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear both handbrake cables starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 Aug 2023 34,163 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front chassis starting to corrode

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both handbrake cables starting to deteriorate

Pass 9 Aug 2022 33,954 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner corrosion

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both handbrake cables starting to deteriorate

Fail 2 Aug 2022 33,942 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when sidelights are turned on (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when sidelights are turned (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner corrosion

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both handbrake cables starting to deteriorate

Pass 12 Jul 2021 33,802 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 33,570 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 33,227 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 33,149 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 33,118 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 32,785 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 32,721 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 32,352 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 31,633 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 28,840 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 28,830 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 24,000 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 24,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 18,600 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 18,600 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Porter?

Based on 18,238 MOT tests across 1,312 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
2,557
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 991
brake recording little or no effort 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 628
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 537
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 386
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FJ54 VZE is a 2005 Piaggio Porter in White with a 1,371cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Porter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 31,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Porter fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 991 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ54 VZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Porter typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Porter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ54 VZE registered?

FJ54 VZE is a 2005 Piaggio Porter, first registered on 10 January 2005.

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