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LJ08 GAX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

21,177 mi
Last recorded21,177 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 GAX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2018 21,177 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 21,177 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 20,712 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 20,712 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 19,968 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front tyre tread has uneven wear

Fail 4 Mar 2015 19,968 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front tyre tread has uneven wear

Pass 27 Feb 2014 18,731 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 27 Feb 2014 18,731 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 17,300 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 15,563 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 13,518 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 13,518 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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 GAX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 GAX, 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 GAX registered?

LJ08 GAX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is LJ08 GAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 GAX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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