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LJ57 MFE

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,486 mi
Last recorded40,486 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 MFE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 40,486 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 40,461 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2025 40,329 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 36,971 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 36,971 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 20,622 miles

r-tyre worn unevenly -RHS

Fail 2 Aug 2021 20,622 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

r-tyre worn unevenly -RHS

Pass 1 Oct 2020 16,037 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 16,037 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine mount press-fit bushes (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 15,545 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 15,545 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 15,324 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 14,975 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Bellypanel (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 14,132 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 14,132 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 13,432 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 12,288 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 12,151 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 11,853 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 11,853 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 11,516 miles

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

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 MFE is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MFE, 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 LJ57 MFE registered?

LJ57 MFE is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 October 2007.

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