MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,380 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Upper Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened upper rubber bush perished (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front front mudguard slightly fowling on outer body of scooter when on full lock to the left
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Front Upper Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened upper rubber bush perished (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front front mudguard slightly fowling on outer body of scooter when on full lock to the left
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ08 DCZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 DCZ, 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 DCZ registered?
LJ08 DCZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 August 2008.
Is LJ08 DCZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ08 DCZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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