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LF05 BXD

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,273 mi
Last recorded42,273 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 BXD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 42,273 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 40,722 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 35,785 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 27,644 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 22,044 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 23 Sep 2010 22,044 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 17,569 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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 BXD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BXD, 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 BXD registered?

LF05 BXD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is LF05 BXD safe to buy?

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