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AY05 EDF

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,257 mi
Last recorded29,257 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 EDF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 29,257 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 29,257 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 27,808 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 27,558 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower part of frame - under floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 26,480 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on R/H side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 25,444 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 24,488 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 23,530 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 22,133 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 20,606 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,799 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,770 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,768 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear tyre on 1.6mm

Pass 5 Jul 2014 1,493 miles

front mudflap is slightly loose but not causing obstruction.

Pass 13 Jul 2013 13,162 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 13,162 miles

An item not tested (Manual) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2012 9,995 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 6,968 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2010 5,763 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 4,382 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 3,000 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 3,000 miles

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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AY05 EDF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AY05 EDF, 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 AY05 EDF registered?

AY05 EDF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is AY05 EDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 EDF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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