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LJ54 VGT

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,216 mi
Last recorded20,216 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 VGT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 20,216 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 19,094 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 17,482 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 16,072 miles

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 16,072 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 12,602 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 11,698 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 10,913 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 10,913 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,225 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 9,225 miles

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 6,278 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 3,194 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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LJ54 VGT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VGT, 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 LJ54 VGT registered?

LJ54 VGT is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 January 2005.

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