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LJ05 UWZ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,647 mi
Last recorded14,647 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 UWZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 14,647 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 14,426 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 May 2014 13,576 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,090 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 11,235 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 11,234 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 29,856 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 10,676 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 10,651 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 9,493 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 UWZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UWZ, 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 UWZ registered?

LJ05 UWZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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