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LJ05 EVG

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,608 mi
Last recorded13,608 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 EVG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 13,608 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 13,601 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 12,430 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 12,430 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 12,090 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 12,090 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 12,090 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 12,090 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 12,090 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 12,090 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 11,735 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 6,865 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 EVG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EVG, 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 EVG registered?

LJ05 EVG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is LJ05 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 EVG shows 12 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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