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LJ08 ERO

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,425 mi
Last recorded22,425 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 ERO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 22,425 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported FRONT PIPE LOSE SECURE AS SOON AS POSSABLE (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front SPEDO DRIVE NOT CONNECTED

Pass 18 May 2024 22,425 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 22,452 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 22,425 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 22,425 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 22,425 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 22,425 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 22,383 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 20,893 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 17,041 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,747 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 13,840 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 8,887 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 6,417 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 ERO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc 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 ERO, 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 ERO registered?

LJ08 ERO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LJ08 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 ERO 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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