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LF08 DFV

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,841 mi
Last recorded13,841 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 DFV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 13,841 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2016 13,841 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2015 13,603 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

upper silencer bolt missing

Fail 13 Jul 2015 13,603 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp dip/main beam switch opperation reversed

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

upper silencer bolt missing

Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,633 miles

Exhaust bolt missing

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Left hand mirror missing

Pass 24 Jul 2013 8,792 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 4,040 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 4,040 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2011 1,581 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 125?

Based on 2,576 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Headlamp aim too low 15
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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LF08 DFV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 10,978 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 S 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF08 DFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF08 DFV registered?

LF08 DFV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is LF08 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 DFV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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