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LJ05 ZPD

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

36,026 mi
Last recorded36,026 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 ZPD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 36,026 miles

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Under-Belly (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Jan 2017 32,494 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 25,938 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudguard broken

oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2016 25,938 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudguard broken

oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2015 19,379 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2015 19,379 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 12,578 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 12,578 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Jan 2013 11,646 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2013 11,646 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 6,373 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 6,343 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 6,317 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2009 4,271 miles

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 ZPD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 ZPD, 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 ZPD registered?

LJ05 ZPD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 August 2005.

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