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LJ57 GRK

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

33,845 mi
Last recorded33,845 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 GRK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 33,845 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 33,845 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2021 32,736 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Forks deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 32,729 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 32,717 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel when operating rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2019 32,716 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel when operating rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective no steering stop on right hand turn (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Stop lamp not working does not work when operating front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 27,570 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2018 27,570 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 25,457 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2017 25,316 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 23,070 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 23,042 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 18,514 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 18,513 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 18,079 miles

Bolt missing on rear mud gaurd

Number plate cracked

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 17,528 miles

number plate cracked

rear hugger to secure on nearside

Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,757 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 15,755 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 GRK is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GRK, 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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LJ57 GRK is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 November 2007.

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