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RX54 XUT

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,108 mi
Last recorded9,108 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 XUT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 9,108 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 7,829 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 7,821 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 7,821 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 6,510 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 6,510 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2016 4,619 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 4,619 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 3,190 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 3,190 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2014 2,230 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 1,211 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 994 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 994 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 832 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 815 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 815 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

main beam tell tail light not working

Pass 27 Jun 2009 625 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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RX54 XUT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RX54 XUT, 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 RX54 XUT registered?

RX54 XUT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is RX54 XUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 XUT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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