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LJ05 WLD

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,478 mi
Last recorded14,478 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WLD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 14,478 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 13,805 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 12,480 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,777 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 22,087 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 17,833 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,833 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 13,778 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 13,778 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 WLD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WLD, 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.

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What year was LJ05 WLD registered?

LJ05 WLD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 July 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 WLD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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