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LJ08 EZF

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,421 mi
Last recorded46,421 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 EZF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 46,421 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 42,695 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 42,695 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 39,178 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 39,178 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2022 36,694 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 34,101 miles

Front Front shock absorber has slight reduced damping effect

Pass 22 Jun 2019 29,733 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 29,733 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 23,962 miles

headraces slightly notchy with the wheel raised

Fail 31 May 2018 23,961 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2017 23,089 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 22,210 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 21,559 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 21,559 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2014 21,054 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,760 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 17,760 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2012 14,396 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 14,396 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 9,489 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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 EZF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EZF, 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 EZF registered?

LJ08 EZF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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