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LJ55 HSU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,126 mi
Last recorded35,126 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HSU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 35,126 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 33,605 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 33,053 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 32,176 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 30,455 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 29,341 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 27,851 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 25,385 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 25,385 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 23,716 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 23,265 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 21,924 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 19,154 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,285 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 HSU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HSU, 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 HSU registered?

LJ55 HSU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is LJ55 HSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ55 HSU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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