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LK55 EJE

2005 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,555 mi
Last recorded25,555 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Vespa13,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 EJE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 25,555 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 23,889 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 21,587 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 19,131 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 19,131 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 17,219 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 16,154 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 15,613 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 15,244 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 15,201 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 13,272 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 12,171 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 11,230 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 9,805 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 8,407 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 7,748 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 7,011 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 6,605 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 5,991 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 4,531 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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LK55 EJE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LK55 EJE, 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 LK55 EJE registered?

LK55 EJE is a 2005 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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