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RX05 FRV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,169 mi
Last recorded8,169 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 FRV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 8,169 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 8,156 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 8,156 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 7,977 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 7,936 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 7,582 miles

Accelerator/throttle sticky

Fail 25 Aug 2020 7,582 miles

Accelerator/throttle sticky

Rear Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 7,138 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 6,096 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 5,652 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 5,636 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 5,258 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 4,091 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 4,091 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 3,055 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 2,856 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 2,583 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,318 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 FRV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RX05 FRV, 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 RX05 FRV registered?

RX05 FRV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is RX05 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 FRV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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