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LF05 EKX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,864 mi
Last recorded4,864 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 EKX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 4,864 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 4,864 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 2,703 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 1,079 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 1,077 miles

Seat lock missing

Pass 1 Aug 2008 1,069 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 EKX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EKX, 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 EKX?

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What year was LF05 EKX registered?

LF05 EKX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is LF05 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 EKX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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