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LJ56 ZVS

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,115 mi
Last recorded26,115 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 ZVS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,115 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2025 25,874 miles

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear tyre perished

Pass 25 May 2024 25,446 miles

Rear Tyre perished

Pass 20 May 2023 25,095 miles

Rear Tyre slightly perished between tread

Pass 18 May 2022 24,498 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 22,992 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 22,992 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2020 22,458 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 21,102 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 20,097 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 20,097 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 18,339 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 16,858 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 15,048 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 15,048 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 13,469 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 11,042 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 7,311 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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LJ56 ZVS is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZVS, 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 LJ56 ZVS registered?

LJ56 ZVS is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 February 2007.

Is LJ56 ZVS safe to buy?

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