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LJ57 EJC

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,465 mi
Last recorded31,465 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 EJC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 31,465 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 31,465 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 29,531 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 26,756 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 26,756 miles

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

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements registration plate broken. (0.1 (d))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 24,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2018 24,016 miles

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

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 20,043 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 19,339 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 May 2015 14,628 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 14,042 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 12,840 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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LJ57 EJC is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LJ57 EJC, 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 LJ57 EJC registered?

LJ57 EJC is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 September 2007.

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