MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,670 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
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LJ57 ERK 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 ERK, 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 ERK registered?
LJ57 ERK is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 October 2007.
Is LJ57 ERK safe to buy?
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