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MX05 VCL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,311 mi
Last recorded6,311 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 VCL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 6,311 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 6,311 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 5,960 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 4,853 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 3,128 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 3,129 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 3,122 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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MX05 VCL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MX05 VCL, 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 MX05 VCL registered?

MX05 VCL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is MX05 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 VCL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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