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LJ05 OBB

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,678 mi
Last recorded20,678 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 OBB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 20,678 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2021 24,477 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 24,477 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2020 15,390 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 12,762 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 38,742 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 38,742 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 34,939 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,899 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 24,632 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,302 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 OBB is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OBB, 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 OBB registered?

LJ05 OBB is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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