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KE55 KJK

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,106 mi
Last recorded6,106 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE55 KJK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 6,106 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 6,106 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 5,885 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 5,885 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 3,926 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 1,956 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 1,956 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 1,956 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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 KJK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KJK, 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 KE55 KJK registered?

KE55 KJK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 November 2005.

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