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SN05 LFG

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,212 mi
Last recorded4,212 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 LFG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 4,212 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 4,146 miles

front tyre has slight crazing between the tread

rear tyre tread is nearing the tread wear indicators

Pass 27 Oct 2012 3,968 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre has slight crazing

Pass 10 May 2012 3,831 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 3,742 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyre has slight crazing between the tread blocks

Pass 15 Oct 2010 3,397 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front and rear tyres have slight crazing between the tread

Pass 25 Jan 2010 2,425 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 2,425 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2009 2,052 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 1,047 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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SN05 LFG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SN05 LFG, 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 SN05 LFG registered?

SN05 LFG is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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