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HF08 SDZ

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,882 mi
Last recorded19,882 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2011
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 5010,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 SDZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2011 19,882 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 19,882 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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HF08 SDZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HF08 SDZ, 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

How do I check the history of HF08 SDZ?

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What year was HF08 SDZ registered?

HF08 SDZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is HF08 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 SDZ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF08 SDZ have outstanding finance?

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