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LJ05 OBG

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,013 mi
Last recorded23,013 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 OBG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2015 23,013 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 23,013 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 23,013 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 23,013 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 23,013 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 23,013 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 23,013 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 23,013 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 23,013 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 23,013 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 19,288 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 14,996 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 OBG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc 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 OBG, 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 OBG registered?

LJ05 OBG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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