MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,048 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded bellypan (6.1.1a)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded bellypan (6.1.1a)
Central Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
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 EPL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 EPL, 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 EPL registered?
LJ08 EPL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 March 2008.
Is LJ08 EPL safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ08 EPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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