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VMX 308X

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,712 mi
Last recorded34,712 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 308X
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 34,712 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 34,150 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 33,819 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 32,268 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 29,212 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 28,655 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 28,398 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

slight oil leak rear wheel

Pass 21 Feb 2015 27,844 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,548 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 25,483 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 22,912 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,929 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 26,777 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 21,172 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 17,860 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,068 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 9,266 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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VMX 308X is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VMX 308X, 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 VMX 308X registered?

VMX 308X is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is VMX 308X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 308X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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