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GX05 GFO

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,973 mi
Last recorded29,973 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GFO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 29,973 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 29,973 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 29,973 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 29,983 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 29,973 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2017 29,973 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 22,173 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 34,353 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 34,291 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 27,312 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 19,170 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 14,073 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 9,049 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 4,646 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 3,942 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 GFO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc 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 GFO, 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 GFO registered?

GX05 GFO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is GX05 GFO safe to buy?

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