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LF05 BRX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,172 mi
Last recorded8,172 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BRX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 8,172 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 8,142 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 8,137 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 8,137 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 8,050 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 8,045 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 7,945 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 7,549 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 7,533 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 7,432 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 BRX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BRX, 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

How do I check the history of LF05 BRX?

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What year was LF05 BRX registered?

LF05 BRX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is LF05 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 BRX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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