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LX55 EWW

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,795 mi
Last recorded52,795 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 EWW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 52,795 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 51,836 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 51,836 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 50,638 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 49,676 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 48,607 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 46,187 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 41,563 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 34,836 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 29,338 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,679 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 16,071 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2010 16,071 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 11,190 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 EWW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LX55 EWW, 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 EWW registered?

LX55 EWW is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 October 2005.

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