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LJ55 HCN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,532 mi
Last recorded57,532 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HCN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 57,532 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 57,532 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 52,088 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 50,080 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 50,080 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 47,782 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 46,773 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 46,773 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2016 46,773 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 44,736 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 43,330 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 40,273 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 35,932 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 30,784 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 24,401 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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LJ55 HCN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HCN, 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 HCN registered?

LJ55 HCN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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