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RX05 OLM

2005 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,328 mi
Last recorded25,328 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 OLM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 25,328 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2026 25,328 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2025 22,836 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre misshapen probably run low pressure (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2024 20,415 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 19,062 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 18,273 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 16,589 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 15,669 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jun 2019 15,624 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 14,653 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 13,719 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 12,958 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 12,708 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 May 2014 12,321 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 11,553 miles

Engine has oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2012 11,205 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Feb 2012 11,205 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 10,893 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 8,656 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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RX05 OLM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OLM, 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 RX05 OLM registered?

RX05 OLM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is RX05 OLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 OLM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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