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GX05 KAO

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

18,459 mi
Last recorded18,459 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 KAO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 18,459 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 17,440 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 17,393 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2024 16,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 14,928 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 14,928 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 12,528 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 12,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 12,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 May 2019 12,372 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 10,936 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2017 10,771 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 9,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 8,881 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 8,021 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 6,919 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 6,100 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 6,099 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 5,424 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 4,558 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 4,256 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 3,834 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 3,153 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 KAO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KAO, 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 KAO registered?

GX05 KAO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is GX05 KAO safe to buy?

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