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LF05 AHJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

56,003 mi
Last recorded56,003 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 AHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 56,003 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2026 56,003 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 55,947 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on off side of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 55,942 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on off side of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 51,947 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2023 51,947 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire leaking from fuel tap on to exhaust. (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 May 2022 49,798 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 49,798 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 46,237 miles

Central Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

engine very noisy +oiley

Fail 6 Apr 2021 46,236 miles

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment Lever pivot bolt nut missing (1.1.15 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess rubber bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Engine noisy

Engine oily

Mirrors loose

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 45,623 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 39,129 miles

floorpan slightly rusty.

Fail 14 Aug 2018 39,129 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

floorpan slightly rusty.

Pass 23 Aug 2017 35,930 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2016 32,827 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 29,464 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 25,941 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 23,071 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 20,028 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 20,028 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2011 16,901 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 16,901 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2010 14,123 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 11,564 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 11,564 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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LF05 AHJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 LF05 AHJ, 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 LF05 AHJ registered?

LF05 AHJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 August 2005.

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