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LJ08 EPF

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,968 mi
Last recorded20,968 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 EPF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 20,968 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 19,505 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 18,135 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 18,051 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 17,879 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 17,514 miles

Central Main Stand Sticking

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 17,032 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 14,068 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 9,581 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 29,646 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 18,408 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,076 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 12,361 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 12,361 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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 EPF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EPF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 EPF registered?

LJ08 EPF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is LJ08 EPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 EPF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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