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LJ05 CWE

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,267 mi
Last recorded35,267 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CWE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2023 35,267 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 35,207 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements horn button stays depressed (7.7 (c))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2021 32,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 32,480 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 29,087 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 29,074 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 29,074 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 29,029 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 27,117 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 22,232 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 22,232 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 19,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,991 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

battery flat

Pass 22 Mar 2010 11,010 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 7,262 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 6,510 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 CWE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CWE, 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 CWE registered?

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

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