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LJ07 XYR

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,977 mi
Last recorded16,977 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ07 XYR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 16,977 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2025 16,977 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 16,929 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 16,608 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 16,468 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 16,468 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 15,949 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 14,859 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 14,815 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 14,615 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 14,615 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 13,875 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 13,238 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 11,602 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 9,061 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 8,416 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 XYR 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 75%.

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 XYR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ07 XYR registered?

LJ07 XYR is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 June 2007.

Is LJ07 XYR safe to buy?

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