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LF05 BVP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,394 mi
Last recorded17,394 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BVP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 17,394 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 17,378 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 17,107 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 17,107 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 16,445 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2019 16,443 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 16,307 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 16,291 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 16,090 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 May 2013 11,558 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 May 2013 15,581 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2012 13,319 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,357 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 7,594 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 6,231 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 BVP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BVP, 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 BVP registered?

LF05 BVP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 June 2005.

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