MOT Status
ValidMileage
17,141 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Horn not working (7.7 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear bad wear on rear tyre due to under inflation (Maybe leaking on wheel)
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ55 GFE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.
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 GFE, 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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How do I check the history of LJ55 GFE?
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What year was LJ55 GFE registered?
LJ55 GFE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2005.
Is LJ55 GFE safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ55 GFE shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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