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LJ07 SKX

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

14,005 mi
Last recorded14,005 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 SKX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 14,005 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 13,387 miles

belly pan starting to corrode

Pass 3 May 2024 12,857 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 12,852 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 19,618 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 18,662 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 18,573 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 18,353 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 17,709 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 17,624 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 17,344 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 16,614 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 16,614 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 15,723 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 15,485 miles

rear tyre tread deformed & perished

Fail 14 Sep 2010 15,485 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear tyre tread deformed & perished

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 SKX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ07 SKX registered?

LJ07 SKX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 April 2007.

Is LJ07 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 SKX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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