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LJ05 WKN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,792 mi
Last recorded26,792 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WKN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 26,792 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 26,792 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 26,788 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan/frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 26,788 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan/frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2015 22,766 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 22,766 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Jul 2012 18,511 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 18,511 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 14,765 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 14,628 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 14,227 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2008 11,485 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 11,483 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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 WKN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WKN, 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 WKN registered?

LJ05 WKN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 August 2005.

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