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WJ55 FPL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,927 mi
Last recorded26,927 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 FPL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 26,927 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 26,920 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 26,741 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 26,573 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 26,399 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 26,377 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 26,361 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 26,163 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 25,842 miles

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

There is a slight notch in the steering movement

Pass 15 May 2017 25,720 miles

Rear unable to visible check rear brake pads

Pass 5 Mar 2016 25,643 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 24,544 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2014 24,376 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 23,729 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 23,721 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 23,449 miles

rear brake squeaky in operation

Pass 21 Jan 2011 22,668 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 21,999 miles

not able to visualy see rear brake pads

Pass 1 Nov 2008 17,196 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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WJ55 FPL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 WJ55 FPL, 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 WJ55 FPL registered?

WJ55 FPL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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