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LF54 BLX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,044 mi
Last recorded38,044 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 BLX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 38,044 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 38,044 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 33,557 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 30,943 miles

50% of rear brake lights working

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

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

Offside Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,943 miles

50% of rear brake lights working

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

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

Fail 21 May 2012 25,512 miles

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 25,512 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,816 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,387 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 11,757 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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LF54 BLX 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 70%.

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 LF54 BLX, 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 LF54 BLX registered?

LF54 BLX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 February 2005.

Is LF54 BLX safe to buy?

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