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GX55 HPC

2005 Piaggio Porter

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

71,981 mi
Last recorded71,981 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Porter31,872 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 HPC
MakePiaggio
ModelPorter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 71,981 miles

Age related surface corrosion to underside panels and components

Fail 18 Jul 2019 71,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength viewed within wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Age related surface corrosion to underside panels and components

Pass 16 Jul 2018 66,706 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 66,705 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 64,133 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside spot lamp not working

Pass 13 Oct 2015 59,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 54,468 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 54,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 48,864 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 10 Oct 2013 48,864 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 44,346 miles

Very slight play in steering center pivot point

Fail 2 Oct 2012 44,305 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Very slight play in steering center pivot point

Pass 20 Oct 2011 38,837 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,185 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 25,757 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 25,757 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 19,677 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 19,677 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres at 3mm

How Reliable is the Piaggio Porter?

Based on 18,238 MOT tests across 1,312 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
2,557
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 991
brake recording little or no effort 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 628
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 537
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 386
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GX55 HPC is a 2005 Piaggio Porter in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Porter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 31,872 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 Porter fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 991 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 HPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Porter typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Porter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GX55 HPC is a 2005 Piaggio Porter, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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