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AU08 BWA

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,598 mi
Last recorded12,598 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 12516,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 BWA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2016 12,598 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 8,509 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 8,444 miles

front wheel tight to turn by hand

Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,073 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

slight wear on engine mountings

Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,091 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 5,533 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 3,722 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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AU08 BWA is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 BWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU08 BWA registered?

AU08 BWA is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is AU08 BWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 BWA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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