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LJ05 OAO

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,309 mi
Last recorded28,309 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 OAO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 28,309 miles

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 27,725 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 27,096 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 26,338 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 25,543 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 24,540 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 24,540 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 21 May 2013 23,061 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 20,828 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 18 May 2012 20,828 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 20 May 2011 18,109 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,277 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 10,731 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 OAO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OAO, 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 OAO registered?

LJ05 OAO is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is LJ05 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 OAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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