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WA05 DDV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,352 mi
Last recorded31,352 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 DDV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 31,352 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,227 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 31,227 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2013 31,146 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 29,897 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 28,938 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 28,938 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 27,086 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 27,086 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2008 23,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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WA05 DDV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WA05 DDV, 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 WA05 DDV registered?

WA05 DDV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is WA05 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 DDV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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