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GX57 FBJ

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

15,619 mi
Last recorded15,619 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX57 FBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 15,619 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 15,619 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded floor/engine mounting (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,619 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 14,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 14,327 miles

Centre Front Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 11,333 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 11,333 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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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GX57 FBJ is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GX57 FBJ, 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 GX57 FBJ registered?

GX57 FBJ is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 September 2007.

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