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BU05 OFA

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

17,187 mi
Last recorded17,187 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 OFA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 17,187 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 33,075 miles

Front shock slightly soft

Pass 21 Feb 2018 31,079 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 29,273 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 29,273 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 29,273 miles

seat does not latch but is secure

Fail 9 Nov 2016 29,273 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

seat does not latch but is secure

Pass 2 Nov 2015 28,263 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 28,263 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 8 Sep 2014 26,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 5 Sep 2013 24,218 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 24,218 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 15,817 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 6 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 6 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 9,956 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 9,956 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 6,394 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 6,394 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 4,694 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 OFA is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 BU05 OFA, 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 BU05 OFA registered?

BU05 OFA is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is BU05 OFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 OFA shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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