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LX55 BHZ

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,515 mi
Last recorded36,515 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 BHZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 36,515 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 36,259 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 35,786 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 34,914 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 34,914 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 34,230 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 34,218 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 7 Mar 2015 34,202 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 30 Nov 2013 32,743 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 32,743 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,747 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 32,747 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2010 25,583 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 25,583 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 18,769 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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LX55 BHZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LX55 BHZ, 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 LX55 BHZ registered?

LX55 BHZ is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LX55 BHZ safe to buy?

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