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KE55 FXP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,561 mi
Last recorded10,561 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE55 FXP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 10,561 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2025 10,474 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 8,864 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 6,504 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 4,432 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 3,031 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 3,031 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 3,013 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 2,814 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2017 2,733 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 2,527 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 2,262 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 20,546 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 1,904 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 1,607 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 1,607 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 6 May 2011 1,457 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 1,372 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 1,231 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 1,231 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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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KE55 FXP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KE55 FXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KE55 FXP?

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What year was KE55 FXP registered?

KE55 FXP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is KE55 FXP safe to buy?

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