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LJ08 HVE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,775 mi
Last recorded28,775 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HVE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2026 28,775 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 44,527 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 42,986 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 40,500 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 36,443 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 31,193 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 28,061 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 27,012 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 25,076 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 21,888 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,636 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 16,144 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 13,161 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 10,348 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,963 miles

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

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 HVE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HVE, 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 HVE registered?

LJ08 HVE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is LJ08 HVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 HVE shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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