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RX05 OVN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

16,509 mi
Last recorded16,509 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 OVN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 16,509 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 16,509 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 14,458 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 14,007 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 13,038 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 12,303 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 12,303 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2013 10,461 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 9,718 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 9,718 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,509 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,996 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 7,996 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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 10 Mar 2009 6,262 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 6,259 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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 OVN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 RX05 OVN, 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 OVN registered?

RX05 OVN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is RX05 OVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 OVN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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