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LX56 DYC

2007 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,672 mi
Last recorded29,672 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Vespa13,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 DYC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2007
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,672 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess bush worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 29,670 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under floor. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 29,557 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,174 miles

Underside of footwell panel badly rusted

Fail 5 Oct 2015 29,174 miles

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 28,104 miles

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

main stand nut not fully tighterned

rear brake noise when applied have rear brakes checked

Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,097 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 24,290 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 24,288 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 24,289 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 24,289 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

Nearside Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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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LX56 DYC is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LX56 DYC, 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 LX56 DYC registered?

LX56 DYC is a 2007 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 January 2007.

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