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LJ08 DDL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,172 mi
Last recorded23,172 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DDL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 23,172 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 22,742 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 21,560 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 20,124 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 18,912 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 17,513 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 15,311 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 15,311 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 12,959 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 12,051 miles

Brake pad presure plate fitted incorrect direction

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 12,496 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Brake pad presure plate fitted incorrect direction

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 12,200 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 12,200 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 11,836 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 11,061 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 8,201 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 DDL 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 81.3%.

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 DDL, 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 DDL registered?

LJ08 DDL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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