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KE05 PWV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,788 mi
Last recorded27,788 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 PWV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 27,788 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded from behind front wheel to rear of vehicle (6.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' centre position (2.2.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 27,788 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded from behind front wheel to rear of vehicle (6.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' centre position (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 41,669 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 41,632 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Jul 2015 41,632 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 40,271 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 33,271 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,659 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 30,659 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2011 27,686 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 21,611 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,312 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,349 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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KE05 PWV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 KE05 PWV, 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 KE05 PWV registered?

KE05 PWV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 August 2005.

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