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LF05 BWM

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,142 mi
Last recorded25,142 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BWM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 25,142 miles

slight wear in swing arm bushes/bearings

some corrosion to floor/battery tray

Pass 15 Jul 2020 24,828 miles

corrosion to lower floor/battery tray

slight wear in swing arm bearings/bushes

Fail 2 Jul 2020 24,814 miles

Front Shock absorber insecurely attached lower body (5.3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to lower floor/battery tray

slight wear in swing arm bearings/bushes

Pass 5 Jul 2019 24,213 miles

Nearside Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 20,577 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 17,068 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 17,068 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play tighten rear hub (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 17,060 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 2 May 2014 16,318 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 16,256 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 16,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 16,256 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 16,256 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 14,305 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 14,305 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 BWM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BWM, 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 BWM registered?

LF05 BWM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 June 2005.

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