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FJ55 CVL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,108 mi
Last recorded18,108 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 CVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 18,108 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 17,885 miles

underbody corrosion

Fail 5 Nov 2020 17,866 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced battery tray holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer bodywork holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced bodywork holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 17,459 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2018 16,727 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 15,841 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 15,841 miles

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 15,598 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 15,350 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 15,254 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 15,254 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 13,654 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 12,939 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2011 11,814 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 11,782 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2010 10,054 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 8,470 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 6,829 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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FJ55 CVL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FJ55 CVL, 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 FJ55 CVL registered?

FJ55 CVL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 October 2005.

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