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LJ05 CVK

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,863 mi
Last recorded12,863 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CVK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 12,863 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 12,853 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,536 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 11,699 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 11,699 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 10,766 miles

front tyre cracking between treads

Fail 5 Mar 2009 10,766 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

front tyre cracking between treads

Pass 25 Feb 2008 8,840 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 8,840 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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LJ05 CVK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CVK, 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 CVK registered?

LJ05 CVK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 CVK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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