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HF55 GGJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

44,869 mi
Last recorded44,869 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 GGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 44,869 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 44,781 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 44,587 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 43,997 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 43,997 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 43,898 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 43,836 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 42,944 miles

Unable to check rear pads

Pass 15 Dec 2015 41,702 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 38,252 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 31,362 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 26,312 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 25,697 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 22,550 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 19,643 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 16,010 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 12,155 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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HF55 GGJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HF55 GGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF55 GGJ registered?

HF55 GGJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is HF55 GGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 GGJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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