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B8 NEL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,574 mi
Last recorded16,574 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 NEL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 16,574 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 15,926 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 15,775 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 14,717 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 13,564 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 11,729 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 10,663 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 10,189 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 9,628 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 8,135 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 6,040 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2013 4,748 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 4,072 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 3,560 miles
Pass 23 May 2010 2,901 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 2,856 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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B8 NEL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B8 NEL, 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

How do I check the history of B8 NEL?

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What year was B8 NEL registered?

B8 NEL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is B8 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 NEL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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