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LJ55 KKF

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 KKF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 5 Feb 2024

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 82,165 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 76,956 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 71,940 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 65,895 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 65,895 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 59,566 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 50,844 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 41,819 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 31,382 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 20,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 20,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,670 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 13,724 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 11,359 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 8,457 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 KKF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KKF, 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 KKF registered?

LJ55 KKF is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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