MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,013 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Rear brake (1.1.2 (a))
Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sub frame to engine mount excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock No Steering stops fitted (2.1.4 (c))
Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Rear brake (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Front pads (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Rear tyre badly worn (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front fairing access panel missing
Play to rear wheel hub
Riders seat slightly loose Seat hinge corroded (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Road spring corroded Front suspension spring/shock corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Rear shock (5.3.2 (b))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced foot board underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ05 WMW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 WMW, 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 WMW registered?
LJ05 WMW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 August 2005.
Is LJ05 WMW safe to buy?
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