MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,053 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
slight damage tooffside rear panels
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
slight damage to offside rear panels
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ05 OBK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 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 OBK, 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.
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What year was LJ05 OBK registered?
LJ05 OBK is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 April 2005.
Is LJ05 OBK safe to buy?
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