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LJ56 ZVU

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,706 mi
Last recorded21,706 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 ZVU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 21,706 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 21,512 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 20,866 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 18,974 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 16,040 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 16,040 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2018 16,040 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 16,040 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 15,815 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 13,705 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 14,644 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 13,087 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 13,067 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 9,353 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 5,411 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 ZVU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZVU, 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 ZVU registered?

LJ56 ZVU is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 February 2007.

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The MOT history for LJ56 ZVU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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