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LJ08 HLD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,205 mi
Last recorded45,205 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HLD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 45,205 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 15,705 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 15,705 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 44,088 miles

front brake pads need changing asap just legal

Pass 14 Jul 2017 42,057 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,353 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 37,301 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 34,339 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 24,895 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2013 24,742 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 14,661 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 14,661 miles

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

o/s lever bent

Fail 10 Apr 2012 14,661 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

o/s lever bent

Pass 20 Apr 2011 12,103 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 12,103 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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 HLD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HLD, 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 HLD registered?

LJ08 HLD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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