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LJ57 RKA

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,326 mi
Last recorded34,326 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 RKA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 34,326 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced belly pan area showing signs of rusting (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slip joint ( sleeve gaskets ) ? (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 33,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Belly pan area and floor pan area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 33,580 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 33,580 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 33,116 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow from exhaust gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 33,116 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow from exhaust gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 32,375 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 29,820 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 27,957 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 22,120 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 18,767 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 18,763 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,929 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 15,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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 RKA is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ57 RKA, 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 RKA registered?

LJ57 RKA is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 November 2007.

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