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LJ05 VLM

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,757 mi
Last recorded15,757 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 VLM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2013 15,757 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 6,756 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 12,003 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 12,001 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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 VLM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VLM, 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 VLM registered?

LJ05 VLM is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is LJ05 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 VLM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ05 VLM have outstanding finance?

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