MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,670 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)
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)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
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)
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)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
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.
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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.
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What year was LJ55 GDV registered?
LJ55 GDV is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 December 2005.
Is LJ55 GDV safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ55 GDV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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