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YX05 GXV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,441 mi
Last recorded14,441 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 GXV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2021 14,441 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Frame underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 14,362 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced some surface rust on fairing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front mud guard loose on one side

Fail 3 Jul 2020 14,362 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced some surface rust on fairing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front mud guard loose on one side

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 14,059 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 14,509 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 13,422 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 13,039 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 12,626 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 12,625 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2013 12,605 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 12,605 miles

Front Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 11,403 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 6,239 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 4,422 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 3,907 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 3,882 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 GXV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YX05 GXV, 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 GXV registered?

YX05 GXV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 July 2005.

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