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LJ55 HZY

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,779 mi
Last recorded25,779 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HZY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 25,779 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 25,763 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 25,732 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 25,732 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 25,693 miles

number plate faded

tyre pressures low

under body corroded

Pass 13 May 2021 25,358 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 25,353 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2020 24,633 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leak from engine

Fail 6 May 2020 24,633 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leak from engine

Pass 1 Sep 2014 21,362 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 21,359 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 11,940 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 11,513 miles

nearside mirror missing

Pass 1 Jul 2011 10,729 miles

rear number plate discolouring

Pass 31 Mar 2010 7,214 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 HZY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HZY, 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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LJ55 HZY is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 October 2005.

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