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HF08 VCJ

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,526 mi
Last recorded6,526 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 5010,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 VCJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 6,526 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2013 6,027 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2013 5,973 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 25 May 2012 5,493 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Fail 25 May 2012 5,493 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 4,991 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 23 May 2011 4,981 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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 VCJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VCJ, 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.

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What year was HF08 VCJ registered?

HF08 VCJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is HF08 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 VCJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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