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GX05 GEJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,233 mi
Last recorded69,233 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GEJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 69,233 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 58,559 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 49,406 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 43,124 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2019 37,957 miles

no mirrors fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2015 34,096 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 29,788 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 28,922 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 28,922 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 27,285 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front brake slightly binding.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle slightly holding up on full lock.

Fail 22 Feb 2011 27,258 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front brake slightly binding.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle slightly holding up on full lock.

Fail 16 Mar 2010 25,001 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 25,001 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 21,867 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 15,693 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 GEJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GEJ, 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 GEJ registered?

GX05 GEJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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