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LJ57 RKZ

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

10,579 mi
Last recorded10,579 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 RKZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 10,579 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2025 10,545 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 10,317 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 9,939 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of footwell starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 9,939 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 9,530 miles

rear brake efficiency low. brake locked

Pass 6 Sep 2021 9,069 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 8,892 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2020 8,892 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 8,010 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 8,002 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 7,515 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 6,376 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 6,367 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 6,367 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 6,367 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 6,367 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 6,367 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 6,367 miles

Front 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 RKZ is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RKZ, 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 RKZ registered?

LJ57 RKZ is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 December 2007.

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