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LF05 BMY

2005 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,135 mi
Last recorded7,135 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BMY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 7,135 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 711 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 6,953 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 6,893 miles

Battery insecure

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear indicator lens damaged

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 18,261 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear tyre cut but not to cords

body work damaged , no Sharpe edges

Fail 6 Jul 2021 18,261 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear tyre cut but not to cords

body work damaged , no Sharpe edges

Pass 14 Feb 2018 18,256 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 18,256 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 17,052 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 16,095 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 15,432 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 13,893 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 12,434 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 10,312 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 10,312 miles

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

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 BMY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BMY, 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 BMY registered?

LF05 BMY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is LF05 BMY safe to buy?

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