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LJ05 CZH

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,865 mi
Last recorded18,865 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 CZH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2018 18,865 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Corrosion is significant and forms part of the rear engine mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 17,287 miles

Centre Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded frame/subframe and engine mount (6.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 16,487 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 15,783 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 15,093 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,844 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 13,217 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 12,109 miles

Crack in rear mudguard.

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 10,345 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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 CZH is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CZH, 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 CZH registered?

LJ05 CZH is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 July 2005.

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