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LJ05 VMF

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,161 mi
Last recorded7,161 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 VMF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 7,161 miles

Front TYRE CRACKING

Pass 13 May 2024 7,109 miles

front tyre cracking

Fail 8 May 2024 7,109 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel cap ineffective sealing ring missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

front tyre cracking

Pass 6 Jun 2022 6,940 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 28 May 2021 6,588 miles

Front TYRE PERISHING

Pass 4 Jul 2014 6,384 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 3 Jul 2010 5,475 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 5,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 3,704 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 3,704 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 3,664 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 VMF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

LJ05 VMF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is LJ05 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 VMF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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