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LF05 AKU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,213 mi
Last recorded18,213 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 AKU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 18,213 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 17,875 miles

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

exhaust box outer skin rusty

Pass 24 Nov 2012 17,745 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 17,745 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 14,688 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 13,298 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 8,082 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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 AKU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LF05 AKU, 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

How do I check the history of LF05 AKU?

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What year was LF05 AKU registered?

LF05 AKU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is LF05 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 AKU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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