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LF05 ARZ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,860 mi
Last recorded43,860 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 ARZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 43,860 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 41,136 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 38,478 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 35,129 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 29,271 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 26,747 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 23,606 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 22,296 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 21,991 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 21,371 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 21,371 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 20,573 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 19,766 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 18,160 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 16,565 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 14,781 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 13,483 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 ARZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ARZ, 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

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What year was LF05 ARZ registered?

LF05 ARZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is LF05 ARZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 ARZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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