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BU05 FHY

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,867 mi
Last recorded18,867 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 FHY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 18,867 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 16,818 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 57,711 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

oil leaking oon to rear tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2021 13,796 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 13,477 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 12,160 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 10,439 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 9,313 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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BU05 FHY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU05 FHY, 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 BU05 FHY?

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What year was BU05 FHY registered?

BU05 FHY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is BU05 FHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 FHY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU05 FHY have outstanding finance?

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