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LJ05 PXL

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

47,167 mi
Last recorded47,167 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 PXL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 47,167 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 47,167 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,167 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 46,354 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 43,245 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 41,358 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 41,355 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 40,873 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 40,836 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 May 2014 40,243 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 38,815 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 33,236 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,965 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,163 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 PXL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PXL, 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 PXL registered?

LJ05 PXL is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is LJ05 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 PXL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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