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LJ07 GXW

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,554 mi
Last recorded37,554 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 GXW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 37,554 miles

Front Suspension dampening effect slightly inadequate.

Indicator switch damaged but still functions as it should.

Slightly high Idle

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2019 37,554 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake drum in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 37,554 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 37,554 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 May 2017 29,791 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2017 29,791 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 28,661 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 26,961 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 24,000 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 23,341 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 12,488 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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LJ07 GXW is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LJ07 GXW, 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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LJ07 GXW is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 August 2007.

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