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PO55 KXP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,528 mi
Last recorded21,528 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 KXP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 21,528 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 16,919 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 16,163 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 16,168 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 15,981 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 15,912 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 15,729 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 15,511 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 15,365 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 13,223 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 13,223 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2014 11,507 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 10,397 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 8,429 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 7,425 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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PO55 KXP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PO55 KXP, 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

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What year was PO55 KXP registered?

PO55 KXP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is PO55 KXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 KXP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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