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LJ07 VYL

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,258 mi
Last recorded24,258 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 VYL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 24,258 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2023 24,256 miles

Position lamp lens seriously defective Headlamp (4.2.1 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Indicator lens missing

Pass 9 Aug 2022 23,912 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 23,411 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 21,875 miles

Rear bodywork damaged

Fail 3 Aug 2020 21,874 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear bodywork damaged

Pass 9 Jan 2018 18,255 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 18,254 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 18,254 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 16,441 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 12,511 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 9,552 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 9,552 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 5,680 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 1,487 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 VYL is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VYL, 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 VYL registered?

LJ07 VYL is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 June 2007.

Is LJ07 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ07 VYL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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