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HW55 CWC

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,111 mi
Last recorded44,111 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW55 CWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 44,111 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 44,099 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 43,974 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 43,936 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 41,369 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 36,583 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 36,583 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 32,136 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 31,553 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 29,452 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 29,452 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 27,300 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,534 miles

Centre Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 18,305 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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 29 Sep 2009 14,660 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 10,848 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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HW55 CWC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HW55 CWC, 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 HW55 CWC registered?

HW55 CWC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is HW55 CWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW55 CWC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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