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LJ08 DBY

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,680 mi
Last recorded37,680 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DBY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 37,680 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 37,076 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 36,285 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 34,065 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 29,628 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 29,620 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 29,620 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 29,620 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 29,396 miles

nail in rear tyre.

Fail 16 Apr 2018 29,396 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

nail in rear tyre.

Pass 7 Apr 2017 20,936 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,494 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 6,763 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2013 3,961 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 3,228 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 2,455 miles

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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LJ08 DBY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LJ08 DBY, 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 LJ08 DBY registered?

LJ08 DBY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is LJ08 DBY safe to buy?

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