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LJ05 VLT

2005 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

62,131 mi
Last recorded62,131 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 VLT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 62,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 61,012 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 58,398 miles

centre stand damaged

no.plate light not working and cover missing

Fail 19 Oct 2018 58,244 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

centre stand damaged

no.plate light not working and cover missing

Pass 28 Oct 2017 53,063 miles

centre stand damaged

no.plate light not working and cover missing

Pass 20 Oct 2016 48,508 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 43,309 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 43,309 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 39,000 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2014 39,000 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2013 37,413 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 37,413 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 36,002 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 32,874 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 32,874 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 30,044 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 18,362 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 10,499 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 VLT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 VLT, 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 VLT registered?

LJ05 VLT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 June 2005.

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