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GX05 FMF

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,873 mi
Last recorded6,873 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FMF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 6,873 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 6,063 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 6,061 miles

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 5,948 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 3,312 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 3,296 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 3,200 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,885 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 2,657 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 2,549 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 1,704 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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GX05 FMF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 151cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GX05 FMF, 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 GX05 FMF registered?

GX05 FMF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is GX05 FMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 FMF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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