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BDE 179B

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,830 mi
Last recorded7,830 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDE 179B
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 7,830 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 7,787 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 7,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2015 7,665 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 7,643 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 7,639 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 7,626 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 7,602 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 7,544 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 7,478 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 7,381 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,353 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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BDE 179B is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BDE 179B, 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 BDE 179B registered?

BDE 179B is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is BDE 179B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDE 179B shows 12 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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