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GX05 FNL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,051 mi
Last recorded38,051 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FNL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 38,051 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 37,807 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 37,638 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 37,423 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 37,423 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 35,923 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 35,777 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 35,691 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front legsheild behind front mudguard corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Mudguard insecure rear bolt loose on front mudguard ()

Pass 12 Jun 2018 35,604 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 35,451 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 33,682 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 32,142 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

engine mountings slightly perished

Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,303 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 29,871 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 25,528 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 20,656 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 15,764 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 12,531 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 FNL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FNL, 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 GX05 FNL registered?

GX05 FNL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 August 2005.

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