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HF05 MGJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,260 mi
Last recorded27,260 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 MGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 27,260 miles

Front Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Steering linkage deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 12,639 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 11,991 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 9,844 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 8,383 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 6,637 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 4,657 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 3,478 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 3,198 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 3,198 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2010 2,721 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 1,386 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 1,115 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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HF05 MGJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HF05 MGJ, 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 MGJ registered?

HF05 MGJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is HF05 MGJ safe to buy?

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