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LF55 XAY

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,929 mi
Last recorded38,929 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 XAY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 38,929 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2024 38,929 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Adjusted rear brake (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 38,029 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 36,261 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 33,386 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 29,050 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 25,021 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 25,021 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 21,149 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,516 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 16,991 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 14,105 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 14,105 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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LF55 XAY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LF55 XAY, 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 LF55 XAY registered?

LF55 XAY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LF55 XAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF55 XAY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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