MOT Status
ValidMileage
57,653 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened rear suspension pivot (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS
Advise plug in rear tyre
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)
Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HX55 EPY 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 HX55 EPY, 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 HX55 EPY registered?
HX55 EPY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 October 2005.
Is HX55 EPY safe to buy?
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