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LF05 EKZ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,664 mi
Last recorded20,664 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 EKZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2014 20,664 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 20,664 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 19,732 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 17,299 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 17,299 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 17,299 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 17,299 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 14,927 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 EKZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EKZ, 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 EKZ registered?

LF05 EKZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is LF05 EKZ safe to buy?

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