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GN05 BNV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,466 mi
Last recorded27,466 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 BNV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 27,466 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 24,638 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2017 24,638 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 23,684 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Frame corroded under floor pan (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2015 22,540 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 20,195 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 18,089 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 18,089 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2012 15,559 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 15,559 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 13,650 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 13,650 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2010 11,982 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 8,371 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 5,744 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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GN05 BNV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GN05 BNV, 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 GN05 BNV registered?

GN05 BNV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 May 2005.

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