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LF05 HFX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,744 mi
Last recorded20,744 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 HFX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2014 20,744 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 20,744 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 20,744 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 18,184 miles

Slight play at rear wheel

Pass 22 Oct 2010 17,459 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 12,516 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 4,745 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 HFX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HFX, 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 HFX registered?

LF05 HFX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is LF05 HFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 HFX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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