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GX55 HHM

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

8,407 mi
Last recorded8,407 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 HHM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 8,407 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 7,085 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 5,516 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced covers fitted on indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 5,516 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

All direction indicators light intensity reduced covers fitted on indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Rear rear tyre starting to perish on side wall

Pass 14 Jul 2023 4,348 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 4,222 miles

Rear tyre under inflated

Pass 19 Jul 2016 4,156 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 4,045 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 3,882 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 3,397 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

lower frame starting to corrode

Pass 16 Apr 2013 3,397 miles

lower frame starting to corrode

Pass 13 Apr 2012 3,154 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 2,724 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 2,544 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 2,543 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 2,543 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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 HHM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GX55 HHM, 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 HHM registered?

GX55 HHM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is GX55 HHM safe to buy?

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