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LJ07 SLU

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

26,257 mi
Last recorded26,257 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 SLU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 May 2021 26,257 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 26,257 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 26,257 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2018 26,257 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working High beam (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel cap ineffective Fuel cap seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 26,257 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 26,257 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 26,251 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 23,589 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,493 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 20,492 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 May 2012 17,629 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 11,560 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 11,560 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 SLU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SLU, 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 SLU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 April 2007.

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