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LJ55 WHC

2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,766 mi
Last recorded30,766 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 5013,431 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 WHC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 30,766 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 30,766 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 27,482 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 21,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 21,716 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 15,827 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 11,544 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 5,997 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Sep 2009 5,772 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 5,772 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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LJ55 WHC is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 13,431 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 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ55 WHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ55 WHC registered?

LJ55 WHC is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 16 February 2006.

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