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LF05 BHP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,766 mi
Last recorded27,766 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BHP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 27,766 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 27,766 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,058 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Apr 2017 27,058 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 26,426 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 25,857 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 25,104 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,379 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,685 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2011 21,767 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 20,543 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 19,011 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,045 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 BHP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BHP, 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 BHP registered?

LF05 BHP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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