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HX05 HYJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,944 mi
Last recorded11,944 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 HYJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 11,944 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 10,515 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 10,102 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 9,328 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2015 9,198 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 8,047 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,015 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 7,974 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 7,974 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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HX05 HYJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HX05 HYJ, 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 HX05 HYJ registered?

HX05 HYJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is HX05 HYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 HYJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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