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LJ55 HTU

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,641 mi
Last recorded6,641 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HTU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 6,641 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 6,598 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 6,567 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 6,424 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 6,216 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 6,075 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 6,066 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 6,040 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 5,961 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 5,929 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 5,929 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 5,512 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 4,930 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2011 4,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 3,509 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 3,509 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 21 Oct 2009

note ,engine mount rubbers may require changing in near future,also rear wheel nut requires new castle nut washer

Pass 31 Oct 2008 1,132 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 HTU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HTU, 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 HTU registered?

LJ55 HTU is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LJ55 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ55 HTU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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