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FN05 ETV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,107 mi
Last recorded21,107 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 ETV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 21,107 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 21,027 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 21,027 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 20,942 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 20,008 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 18,750 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 18,746 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 18,265 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 15,172 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 12,795 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,549 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 12,367 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 12,367 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 12,018 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,188 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 8,583 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 3,223 miles

Nearside Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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FN05 ETV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FN05 ETV, 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 FN05 ETV registered?

FN05 ETV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FN05 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN05 ETV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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