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KT54 PZG

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

10,633 mi
Last recorded10,633 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT54 PZG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 10,633 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2025 10,633 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 10,633 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 10,287 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 10,287 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 10,141 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired Dim (1.2.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired Dim (1.1.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2015 8,101 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 8,101 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 5,998 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 5,998 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 5,182 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 5,182 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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KT54 PZG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KT54 PZG, 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 KT54 PZG registered?

KT54 PZG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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The MOT history for KT54 PZG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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