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HW05 CSU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,989 mi
Last recorded23,989 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 CSU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 23,989 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 21,244 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 11 Dec 2010 21,244 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 12 Dec 2009 18,088 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 18,088 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 14,845 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2009 14,845 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 11,524 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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HW05 CSU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HW05 CSU, 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 HW05 CSU registered?

HW05 CSU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is HW05 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 CSU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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