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LF05 BNN

2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,311 mi
Last recorded32,311 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 5011,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BNN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 32,311 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 31,510 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 30,935 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 30,356 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 29,858 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 29,847 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 29,537 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 28,558 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 28,553 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 28,348 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 26,902 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 23,656 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,438 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,867 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 15,278 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 13,535 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 9,478 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,414 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 26,366 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,415 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 19,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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LF05 BNN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 11,255 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF05 BNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF05 BNN registered?

LF05 BNN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 19 May 2005.

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