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FJ07 CLX

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

28,671 mi
Last recorded28,671 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 CLX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 28,671 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 28,671 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Front shock failed, oil on disc and pads (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front shock absorber oil seal failed (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Rear brake does not lock wheel on brake test (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Front headlamp incorrectly fitted, dipped beam illuminates on main beam switch position. Main beam illuminates on dipped beam position

Front Tyre pressure very low

Rear Tyre pressure very low

Pass 18 Oct 2024 25,670 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 25,670 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Brake cable adjustment (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 19,099 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 18,584 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread corner broken (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 17,320 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 14,703 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 14,703 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 14,581 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 14,581 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 14,121 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 11,097 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2013 11,097 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 6,488 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 2,338 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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FJ07 CLX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,536 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 FJ07 CLX, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ07 CLX registered?

FJ07 CLX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 May 2007.

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