MOT Status
ValidMileage
39,334 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LF55 XAU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LF55 XAU, 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 LF55 XAU registered?
LF55 XAU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 October 2005.
Is LF55 XAU safe to buy?
The MOT history for LF55 XAU shows 21 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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