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LF05 BNJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,109 mi
Last recorded27,109 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BNJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 27,109 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 27,109 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,092 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 26,893 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,843 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 56,803 miles

Front rack insecure

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 26,654 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 26,376 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,382 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 23,382 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 20,982 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 20,982 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 17,421 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 12,677 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 12,677 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 15 May 2008 6,886 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 BNJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BNJ, 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 BNJ registered?

LF05 BNJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is LF05 BNJ safe to buy?

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