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SF55 BVT

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,957 mi
Last recorded31,957 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 BVT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 31,957 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 31,168 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 19 Sep 2014 31,168 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 May 2014 28,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Nail in rear tyre

rear brake control not returning fully

Pass 9 May 2013 21,596 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 19,712 miles

brake leaver ball missing

Pass 16 May 2011 16,802 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 14,575 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 103,801 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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SF55 BVT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SF55 BVT, 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 SF55 BVT registered?

SF55 BVT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is SF55 BVT safe to buy?

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