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LJ08 DKN

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

18,505 mi
Last recorded18,505 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DKN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 18,505 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 18,505 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 16,970 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2021 16,970 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 15,923 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 15,923 miles

Inner Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 14,439 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 12,595 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 11,851 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 11,094 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 11,094 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 10,510 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 8,960 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 DKN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DKN, 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 DKN registered?

LJ08 DKN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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