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LJ55 HTN

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,545 mi
Last recorded28,545 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HTN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 28,545 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 28,545 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 26,048 miles

full fairing fitted

unable to see front pads

Fail 14 Sep 2019 26,038 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

full fairing fitted

unable to see front pads

Pass 29 Aug 2018 20,377 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 16,943 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 16,942 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 15,871 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 14,477 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,161 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,561 miles

Rear suspension component slightly bent (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 11,607 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 11,607 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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 HTN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 HTN, 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 HTN registered?

LJ55 HTN is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is LJ55 HTN safe to buy?

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