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GN55 DRO

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,863 mi
Last recorded7,863 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 DRO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2025 7,863 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 7,355 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 7,120 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 6,902 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 6,575 miles

Rear shock has reduced damping effect.

Pass 19 Sep 2019 6,088 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 5,680 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 5,548 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 5,027 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 4,651 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 3,147 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 2,887 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 2,398 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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GN55 DRO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GN55 DRO, 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 GN55 DRO registered?

GN55 DRO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is GN55 DRO safe to buy?

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