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JM05 PYE

2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 200

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,447 mi
Last recorded50,447 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 20018,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM05 PYE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa GT 200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 50,447 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 48,959 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 47,366 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 46,708 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 45,740 miles

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER HAS REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 43,887 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 37,500 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 36,056 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 35,225 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 33,598 miles

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 4 Oct 2016 52,081 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 32,079 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Noise from drive belt casing may indicate worn drive belt and rollers. Advise further investigation to carried our

Pass 30 Sep 2015 30,051 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 29,268 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 27,989 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 27,189 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 26,127 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 23,622 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,622 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 16,697 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa GT 200?

Based on 4,440 MOT tests across 435 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,491
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 143
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 46
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
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JM05 PYE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 200 in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 18,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa GT 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JM05 PYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa GT 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa GT 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JM05 PYE registered?

JM05 PYE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 200, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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