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LX05 FXP

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,470 mi
Last recorded50,470 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 FXP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 50,470 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 50,461 miles

light aim on lower limit fault with adjuster

Fail 11 Mar 2015 50,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 50,370 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 48,110 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 44,561 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 44,561 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 40,766 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 33,506 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 26,726 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 19,670 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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LX05 FXP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LX05 FXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX05 FXP registered?

LX05 FXP is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is LX05 FXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 FXP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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