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LJ63 RPU

2013 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,304 mi
Last recorded17,304 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ63 RPU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 17,304 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 17,304 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 16,382 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 16,381 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 16,363 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 16,329 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 25 Jun 2022 16,329 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 16,195 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 16,195 miles

Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected No lockstops (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 15,176 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 12,312 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 10,610 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 7,321 miles

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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LJ63 RPU is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,170 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 LJ63 RPU, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ63 RPU registered?

LJ63 RPU is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 October 2013.

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