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LF05 FYW

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,868 mi
Last recorded39,868 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 FYW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 39,868 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 39,868 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 39,454 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,039 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 33,298 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 32,867 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 32,867 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 30,328 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 30,328 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 27,554 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,988 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 21,893 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 21,893 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 19,425 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 16,864 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 14,275 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 11,769 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 11,769 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 9,393 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 9,393 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 8,601 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 FYW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FYW, 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 FYW registered?

LF05 FYW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is LF05 FYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 FYW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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