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LJ05 WOV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,805 mi
Last recorded14,805 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WOV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2014 14,805 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 9,821 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 8,944 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 8,944 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2010 7,282 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 7,282 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Offside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 6,010 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 5,270 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 5,267 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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 WOV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black 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 WOV, 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 WOV registered?

LJ05 WOV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 August 2005.

Is LJ05 WOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 WOV 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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