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LJ07 VFL

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,616 mi
Last recorded22,616 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 VFL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 22,616 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 22,606 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2024 21,326 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 21,326 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 21,326 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 21,326 miles

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 21,326 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 21,326 miles

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

seat catch broken,secured by strap.

Pass 11 May 2018 21,326 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 21,326 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 21,326 miles

Brake drum(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 May 2016 21,326 miles

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

throttle action stiff.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 18,644 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 16,054 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 12,215 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 7,559 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 VFL is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc 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 VFL, 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 VFL registered?

LJ07 VFL is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 June 2007.

Is LJ07 VFL safe to buy?

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