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GX05 GDO

2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,390 mi
Last recorded9,390 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 5011,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GDO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 9,390 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 14,852 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 7,157 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 6,408 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 6,407 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2011 5,474 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 5,474 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2010 4,563 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 3,827 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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GX05 GDO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 11,255 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 LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 GDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 GDO registered?

GX05 GDO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 4 May 2005.

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The MOT history for GX05 GDO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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