MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,082 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
all lights masked at time of test, machine should not be used at night or in adverse weather conditions
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HF05 MGE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc 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 HF05 MGE, 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 HF05 MGE registered?
HF05 MGE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 June 2005.
Is HF05 MGE safe to buy?
The MOT history for HF05 MGE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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