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LJ08 DKF

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,720 mi
Last recorded36,720 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DKF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 36,720 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 35,994 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 34,432 miles

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2022 33,704 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 33,613 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 31,450 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 28,424 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 25,946 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017 25,946 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 25,310 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 24,498 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 19,916 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 16,081 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 11,749 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 7,998 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 DKF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 DKF, 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 DKF registered?

LJ08 DKF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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