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LJ05 NTX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,661 mi
Last recorded17,661 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 NTX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 17,661 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 14,962 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 14,548 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 14,345 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 14,067 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play usual for a scooter of this type (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 13,900 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 13,773 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 13,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 13,675 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 13,675 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 13,297 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 13,154 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 13,154 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 12,319 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 10,815 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 8,957 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 NTX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NTX, 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 NTX registered?

LJ05 NTX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is LJ05 NTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 NTX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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