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LF07 BTV

2007 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,081 mi
Last recorded14,081 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa LX 5010,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF07 BTV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 14,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 14,080 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 13,054 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 12,771 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 10,860 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 9,292 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 7,082 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 7,078 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 7,078 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 7,043 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 7,036 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 6,908 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 6,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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LF07 BTV is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 10,312 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 LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF07 BTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 19 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF07 BTV registered?

LF07 BTV is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 2 August 2007.

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The MOT history for LF07 BTV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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