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VX05 EPU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

23,621 mi
Last recorded23,621 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 EPU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 23,621 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 23,618 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 22,251 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced signs of corrosion underneath foot boards slight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 22,251 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced signs of corrosion underneath foot boards slight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 21,895 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 21,895 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 21,847 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 17,763 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2015 17,763 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 16,242 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 14,902 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,879 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 12,844 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,414 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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VX05 EPU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VX05 EPU, 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 VX05 EPU registered?

VX05 EPU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is VX05 EPU safe to buy?

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