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FJ55 RKK

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,979 mi
Last recorded20,979 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 RKK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 20,979 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 20,252 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 20,252 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 19,265 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 19,265 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 18,956 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 16,873 miles

floor corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2008 15,440 miles

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

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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FJ55 RKK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RKK, 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

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What year was FJ55 RKK registered?

FJ55 RKK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is FJ55 RKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ55 RKK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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