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LJ55 HDH

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,024 mi
Last recorded24,024 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HDH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 24,024 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 24,023 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 20,607 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 18,879 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 17,230 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 15,594 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 16,954 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 HDH is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HDH, 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 HDH registered?

LJ55 HDH is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is LJ55 HDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ55 HDH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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