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LJ55 GDV

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,670 mi
Last recorded16,670 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 GDV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 16,670 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 16,415 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 16,413 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2015 15,626 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 15,626 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,184 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 15,184 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2013 11,678 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 11,678 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 10,267 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 9,357 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 9,357 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 8,360 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 7,961 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 6,655 miles

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

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

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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LJ55 GDV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ55 GDV, 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 LJ55 GDV registered?

LJ55 GDV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 December 2005.

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