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FN55 CNU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,381 mi
Last recorded36,381 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 CNU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 36,381 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 18,404 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 18,379 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 18,006 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 18,006 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 16,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 14,338 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 12,601 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 10,575 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 10,575 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 19,644 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 16,264 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 12,597 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 10,117 miles

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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FN55 CNU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc 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 FN55 CNU, 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 FN55 CNU registered?

FN55 CNU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is FN55 CNU safe to buy?

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