MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,594 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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AE55 APY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 AE55 APY, 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 AE55 APY registered?
AE55 APY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 September 2005.
Is AE55 APY safe to buy?
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