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LJ54 YPW

2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

29,911 mi
Last recorded29,911 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 12519,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 YPW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa GT 125
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2018 29,911 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 16 Jan 2018 29,911 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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))

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 25,338 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 25,250 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 24,797 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 24,777 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2011 24,777 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 22,260 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 22,136 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa GT 125?

Based on 8,435 MOT tests across 932 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
1,781
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 330
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 65
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 56
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LJ54 YPW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,008 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 GT 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 330 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ54 YPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa GT 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa GT 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ54 YPW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa GT 125, first registered on 8 February 2005.

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