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LJ05 CYE

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

28,050 mi
Last recorded28,050 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CYE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 28,050 miles

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 27,481 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear indicator lens missing

Fail 22 Oct 2019 27,481 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear indicator lens missing

Pass 12 Sep 2018 27,481 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 27,481 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 26,524 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 26,524 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 25,350 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 25,350 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 22,357 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 17,943 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 15,687 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 15,609 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 14,512 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Dec 2009 14,512 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 12,244 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 CYE 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 68.8%.

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 CYE, 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 CYE registered?

LJ05 CYE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 April 2005.

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