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LF05 HFJ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,794 mi
Last recorded2,794 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 HFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 2,794 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 34,481 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 33,148 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 25,152 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 20,421 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 18,197 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2011 18,197 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2010 13,324 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 9,685 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 9,685 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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 HFJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HFJ, 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 HFJ registered?

LF05 HFJ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is LF05 HFJ safe to buy?

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