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HX55 HZM

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,879 mi
Last recorded26,879 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 HZM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 26,879 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 26,879 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 26,192 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 May 2019 24,528 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 23,079 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2018 23,079 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2017 21,867 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 20,534 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 19,736 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 17,065 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 14,326 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 12,544 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 11,427 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 11,424 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2008 9,495 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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HX55 HZM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HZM, 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 HZM registered?

HX55 HZM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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