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LJ56 XWT

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,048 mi
Last recorded34,048 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 XWT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 34,048 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 34,013 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 31,291 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 31,291 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2012 31,153 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 31,137 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 31,073 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 121,109 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 26,069 miles

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

Rear brake drum slightly distorted.

Fail 19 Jan 2010 26,069 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Front pilot bulb not working

Rear brake drum slightly distorted.

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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LJ56 XWT is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LJ56 XWT, 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 LJ56 XWT registered?

LJ56 XWT is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 January 2007.

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