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RX05 DWY

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,413 mi
Last recorded15,413 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 DWY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2025 15,413 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 14,982 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 13,518 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 12,607 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 11,752 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 11,700 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 4,887 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REAR TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.3(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 4,223 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 3,555 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 1,891 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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RX05 DWY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RX05 DWY, 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 RX05 DWY?

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What year was RX05 DWY registered?

RX05 DWY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is RX05 DWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 DWY shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX05 DWY have outstanding finance?

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