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LJ07 VUC

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,256 mi
Last recorded20,256 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 VUC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2022 20,256 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 20,256 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 20,255 miles

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 20,055 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,738 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 14,710 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 11,832 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 11,832 miles

Rear Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 8,776 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 VUC is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VUC, 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 VUC registered?

LJ07 VUC is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 July 2007.

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