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LJ08 MKP

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

21,956 mi
Last recorded21,956 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 12516,903 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 MKP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 21,956 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2026 21,956 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 21,956 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 19,932 miles

Central Suspension attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened engin mount bushes worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective mark on lenz (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 18,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 18,217 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 18,120 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 18,064 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 18,022 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 18,012 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked/damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 17,735 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 16,296 miles

rust under footplate.

Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,988 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jun 2016 14,988 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play engine mounts (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 13,594 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 13,594 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,148 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 10,668 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 9,158 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 7,226 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 7,226 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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LJ08 MKP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,903 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 LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 MKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ08 MKP registered?

LJ08 MKP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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