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LJ55 HDD

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,804 mi
Last recorded20,804 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HDD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 20,804 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 20,804 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 20,804 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 20,804 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 18,212 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 18,158 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 25,522 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 21,192 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 21,192 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 14,197 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 14,197 miles

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

Oil leak

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

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 HDD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HDD, 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 HDD registered?

LJ55 HDD is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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