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GX05 LHL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,390 mi
Last recorded21,390 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 LHL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,390 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Underside corroded

Fail 5 Aug 2015 21,373 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Underside corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2014 19,074 miles

rear brake requires attention

Pass 23 May 2013 15,723 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 12,689 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,897 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 9,321 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 7,664 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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GX05 LHL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc 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 GX05 LHL, 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.

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What year was GX05 LHL registered?

GX05 LHL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is GX05 LHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 LHL 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.

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