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YX55 BBV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,704 mi
Last recorded9,704 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 BBV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 9,704 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 8,983 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 8,500 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 8,401 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 8,239 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 8,221 miles

front tyer cracked

Fail 21 Jun 2013 7,792 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 7,792 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 6,155 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 5,053 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 2,697 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 2,697 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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YX55 BBV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YX55 BBV, 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 YX55 BBV registered?

YX55 BBV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is YX55 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX55 BBV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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