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LJ54 CHX

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,208 mi
Last recorded17,208 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 CHX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2017 17,208 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 34,270 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,433 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 33,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 29,199 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 26,318 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 22,980 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 13,375 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 19,029 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 14,466 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 8,680 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 8,680 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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LJ54 CHX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ54 CHX, 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 LJ54 CHX registered?

LJ54 CHX is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 January 2005.

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