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LJ54 YHU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Brown Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,505 mi
Last recorded22,505 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 YHU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 22,505 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 22,505 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 19,047 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 12,272 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 56,803 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 56,803 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 56,075 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 56,075 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre fouling another component Mudguard/Hugger (5.2.3 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 51,108 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 45,889 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 42,385 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 37,681 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 31,545 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 24,452 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 19,979 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 19,720 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 16,159 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 12,630 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 YHU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Brown with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LJ54 YHU, 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 YHU registered?

LJ54 YHU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 February 2005.

Is LJ54 YHU safe to buy?

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