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LJ05 WML

2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,783 mi
Last recorded21,783 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 12514,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WML
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 21,783 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 20,990 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 19,725 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,271 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 17,996 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 17,880 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 17,821 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 16,814 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 16,059 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 16,059 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 12,888 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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LJ05 WML is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 14,662 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 WML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 WML registered?

LJ05 WML is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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