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YX05 AFJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,458 mi
Last recorded10,458 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 AFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 10,458 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 10,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 4 May 2016 7,249 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 5,957 miles

rear number plate cracket

Pass 12 May 2014 3,947 miles

n/s indicator lens missing but pass due to amber bulb

Fail 7 May 2014 3,947 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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

n/s indicator lens missing but pass due to amber bulb

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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YX05 AFJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YX05 AFJ, 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 YX05 AFJ registered?

YX05 AFJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YX05 AFJ safe to buy?

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