MOT Status
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42,887 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
underside chassis corroded
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
underside chassis corroded
Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Brake component has been modified. Half rear brake adjuster is missing (3.1.5)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
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 TXY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
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 TXY, 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 TXY registered?
LJ05 TXY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 May 2005.
Is LJ05 TXY safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ05 TXY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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