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LJ07 VCU

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,210 mi
Last recorded20,210 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 VCU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 20,210 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 20,182 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 20,033 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,644 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 8,024 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 16,425 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 14,775 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,318 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 11,625 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 11,349 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 11,349 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 9,363 miles

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

Rear number plate cracked(still able to be read)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 7,464 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 5,573 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 VCU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VCU, 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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What year was LJ07 VCU registered?

LJ07 VCU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 May 2007.

Is LJ07 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 VCU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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