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HS55 FJN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

15,294 mi
Last recorded15,294 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS55 FJN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 15,294 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 15,294 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,237 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 15,237 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 26,260 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 26,257 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

slight bind front brake

Pass 11 Aug 2016 23,529 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 22,608 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no mirrors

rear light unit damaged

Fail 8 May 2015 22,608 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear light unit damaged

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no mirrors

Pass 10 May 2014 18,163 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 17,702 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 17,702 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 15,428 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 8,755 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 4,244 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 1,733 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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HS55 FJN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HS55 FJN, 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 HS55 FJN registered?

HS55 FJN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HS55 FJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS55 FJN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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