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YN55 PVU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,291 mi
Last recorded22,291 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 PVU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,291 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 22,290 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 21,595 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 21,568 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 19,815 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 18,071 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 16,161 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 14,568 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 12,884 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 10,878 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 8,525 miles

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

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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YN55 PVU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YN55 PVU, 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 YN55 PVU registered?

YN55 PVU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is YN55 PVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN55 PVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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