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GX55 FHC

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,085 mi
Last recorded12,085 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 FHC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2015 12,085 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 12,085 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 9,183 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 5,689 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

number plate cracked

Fail 24 Apr 2012 5,689 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

number plate cracked

Pass 10 Mar 2010 3,096 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 3,093 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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GX55 FHC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GX55 FHC, 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 GX55 FHC registered?

GX55 FHC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 November 2005.

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