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LJ05 CHV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,691 mi
Last recorded57,691 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CHV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2022 57,691 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 54,597 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 52,069 miles

slight play in engine mount rubber..

Pass 11 Sep 2018 50,047 miles

slight corrosion on chassis.

Fail 8 Sep 2018 50,013 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2017 47,781 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 45,516 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 45,501 miles

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

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired showing white light to the rear (1.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated forward engine to frame mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired showing white light to the rear (1.3.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 42,935 miles

Inspection of rear brake pads obscured. Look OK

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 40,729 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 38,376 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 36,079 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2010 33,435 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 31,020 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 25,065 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 CHV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LJ05 CHV, 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 CHV registered?

LJ05 CHV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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