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LF05 HHC

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,431 mi
Last recorded13,431 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 HHC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 13,431 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 13,431 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 13,431 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2018 13,431 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 13,431 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 13,431 miles

Exhaust shield loose

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

Fail 13 Oct 2017 13,431 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Exhaust shield loose

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 13,431 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 11,823 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2015 11,820 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 8,152 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 8,105 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 7,739 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 7,449 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 6,929 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 5,335 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 5,335 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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 HHC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HHC, 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 HHC registered?

LF05 HHC is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 August 2005.

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