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HF05 MHJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,694 mi
Last recorded20,694 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 MHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 20,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2016 20,349 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded showing signs of rust of underside and front behind mudguard. (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 17,026 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

nsr flasher lens missing (orange filter ok)

slight free play in fork link bearings.

Pass 15 Jan 2014 14,804 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

light warning lamp (flashes with flasher warning lamp) but not effecting opperation.

Pass 16 Jan 2013 12,253 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 9,120 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 6,016 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Jan 2010 2,827 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 2,827 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 864 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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 MHJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MHJ, 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 MHJ registered?

HF05 MHJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is HF05 MHJ safe to buy?

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