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LJ61 HVP

2011 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,531 mi
Last recorded22,531 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Vespa9,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 HVP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 22,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 22,531 miles

Rear Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 21,990 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 21,587 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 21,196 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 21,196 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 20,289 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 19,802 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 15,861 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 11,383 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 6,810 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2015 6,810 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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LJ61 HVP is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,504 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 LJ61 HVP, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ61 HVP registered?

LJ61 HVP is a 2011 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is LJ61 HVP safe to buy?

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