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LJ55 KNS

2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

19,477 mi
Last recorded19,477 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 12514,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 KNS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2018 19,477 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 19,477 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 18,390 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 18,390 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 15,942 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 15,942 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 14,420 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 14,420 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 12,915 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 12,382 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 11,765 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 10,912 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 10,150 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

center stand sticking

Pass 26 Aug 2010 10,150 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

center stand sticking

Pass 26 Aug 2009 9,221 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 7,948 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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LJ55 KNS is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 14,662 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 LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ55 KNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ55 KNS registered?

LJ55 KNS is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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