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LF05 ALO

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,727 mi
Last recorded43,727 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 ALO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 43,727 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Vehicle not ridden as other Dangerous faults noted, May be a failure when able to test drive. (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 43,727 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Vehicle not ridden as other Dangerous faults noted, May be a failure when able to test drive. (2.4 (a))

Rear box is insecure

Pass 20 Jul 2017 40,841 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 40,746 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 31,477 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 27,394 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 21,034 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 19,242 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 19,242 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 18,067 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,659 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 16,657 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 11,933 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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LF05 ALO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ALO, 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 ALO registered?

LF05 ALO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is LF05 ALO safe to buy?

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