MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,704 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
exhaust corroded
free play in headstock bearings
rear tyre just legal
tick over fast
Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)
Handlebar deformed steering twisted (2.1.1b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Nail in rear tyre
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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LJ05 CGK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 CGK, 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 CGK registered?
LJ05 CGK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 May 2005.
Is LJ05 CGK safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ05 CGK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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