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LJ05 CBO

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,053 mi
Last recorded19,053 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CBO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2016 19,053 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 19,052 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 19,052 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 19,052 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 19,050 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 15,638 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 15,612 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 May 2010 10,649 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 8,678 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 5,619 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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LJ05 CBO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc 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 LJ05 CBO, 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 LJ05 CBO registered?

LJ05 CBO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 May 2005.

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