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LJ07 UBU

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,419 mi
Last recorded42,419 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 UBU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 42,419 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 42,418 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 42,418 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 39,068 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,622 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 29,605 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 24,499 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 20,202 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 16,641 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 16,641 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 13,016 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 11,079 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 9,703 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 UBU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UBU, 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 UBU registered?

LJ07 UBU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 August 2007.

Is LJ07 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 UBU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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