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FX57 LXL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

37,593 mi
Last recorded37,593 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX57 LXL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 37,593 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine mount rubber perishing

underside corroding fairing fitted limiting inspection

Pass 31 Aug 2024 37,317 miles

underbody showing sighs of corrosion fairing fitted limiting inspection

Pass 1 Aug 2023 34,388 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 34,388 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 30,611 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 28,633 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 27,216 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 25,706 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 23,755 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 13,525 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 17,278 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 8,664 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 7,645 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 6,097 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 5,287 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 4,126 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 4,126 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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FX57 LXL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 12,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX57 LXL, 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 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX57 LXL registered?

FX57 LXL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is FX57 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX57 LXL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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