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LF05 AJX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,999 mi
Last recorded29,999 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 AJX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 29,999 miles

Centre stand spring worn Stand not returning correctly

Fail 18 Jan 2023 29,999 miles

Centre stand spring worn Stand not returning correctly

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 29,963 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 29,963 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 29,292 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 29,181 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 28,959 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 28,959 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 26,563 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,519 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 19,857 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 15,727 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 13,222 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,222 miles

Rear 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 AJX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AJX, 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 AJX registered?

LF05 AJX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is LF05 AJX safe to buy?

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