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LJ07 VTX

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,997 mi
Last recorded9,997 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 VTX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 9,997 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 9,997 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 8,739 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 7,623 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2018 7,623 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 6,701 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2018 6,701 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 5,265 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2016 5,265 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 3,306 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 1,847 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 327 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 VTX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VTX, 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 VTX registered?

LJ07 VTX is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 July 2007.

Is LJ07 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 VTX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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