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LJ05 HXF

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

1,383 mi
Last recorded1,383 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 HXF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 1,383 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 1,267 miles

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 19 Sep 2023 1,258 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 1,258 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 1,170 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 4 Sep 2021 921 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 707 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 96,023 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Slight free play in engine mounting bush

Pass 29 Aug 2018 87,508 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 84,359 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 80,703 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 80,703 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 71,353 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 62,902 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 53,829 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 50,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Oct 2011 42,697 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 38,253 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 35,419 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 28,365 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 20,532 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 HXF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HXF, 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 HXF registered?

LJ05 HXF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 HXF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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