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LF05 GPZ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,318 mi
Last recorded6,318 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 GPZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 6,318 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 6,310 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 5,497 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 4,682 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 4,295 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 4,142 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 4,064 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 4,050 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 3,958 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 3,938 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 3,708 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 3,708 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 3,708 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 3,708 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 8,591 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2008 8,591 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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 GPZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GPZ, 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

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What year was LF05 GPZ registered?

LF05 GPZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is LF05 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 GPZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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