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YX55 FZJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,338 mi
Last recorded7,338 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 FZJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 7,338 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 7,338 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Feb 2016 7,255 miles

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

belly pan corroding and going thin.

Fail 22 Feb 2016 7,242 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

belly pan corroding and going thin.

Pass 6 Nov 2014 7,212 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 7,212 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 5,443 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 5,443 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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YX55 FZJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YX55 FZJ, 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 YX55 FZJ registered?

YX55 FZJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 December 2005.

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