CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ56 EWB

2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Black Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,222 mi
Last recorded25,222 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 5013,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 EWB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 25,222 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 25,222 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2019 25,222 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 22,683 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 22,678 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 21,026 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 21,026 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 19,087 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 19,087 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 13,989 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 30 Nov 2010 13,989 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 9,899 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Full Piaggio Vespa LX 50 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ56 EWB is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 13,431 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 LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ56 EWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ56 EWB?

You can check the full history of LJ56 EWB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ56 EWB registered?

LJ56 EWB is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is LJ56 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ56 EWB 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.

Does LJ56 EWB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ56 EWB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.