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GX08 GSY

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,906 mi
Last recorded15,906 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 5010,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 GSY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 15,906 miles

engine very noisy

Pass 29 Jan 2013 15,104 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 8,326 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 8,326 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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GX08 GSY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 10,989 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 LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 GSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 GSY registered?

GX08 GSY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is GX08 GSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 GSY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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