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LF05 BUE

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,906 mi
Last recorded24,906 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BUE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 24,906 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 24,906 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 24,906 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 24,906 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 24,906 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 24,906 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 24,906 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 24,457 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 24,457 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 19,197 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 14,484 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,568 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 8,824 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 6,692 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 4,389 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 4,020 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 BUE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BUE, 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 BUE registered?

LF05 BUE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is LF05 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 BUE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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