MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,895 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS
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))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Central stand does not fully retract
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
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LJ05 CEV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 CEV, 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 LJ05 CEV registered?
LJ05 CEV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is LJ05 CEV safe to buy?
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