CarVerify

Free Car Check

GX05 GCY

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

3,768 mi
Last recorded3,768 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GCY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 3,768 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 3,734 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 3,603 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2023 3,603 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 2,838 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 2,210 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 2,040 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 2,002 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 1,980 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 1,980 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 1,818 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 1,778 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 1,766 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 1,727 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 1,727 miles

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2014 1,655 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 1,490 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 1,324 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 1,020 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 863 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 863 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 597 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 397 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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GX05 GCY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GX05 GCY, 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

How do I check the history of GX05 GCY?

You can check the full history of GX05 GCY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GX05 GCY registered?

GX05 GCY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is GX05 GCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 GCY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX05 GCY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GX05 GCY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.