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LJ08 MLL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

14,671 mi
Last recorded14,671 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 MLL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 14,671 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 13,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 12,008 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 12,003 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 11,700 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 11,479 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 11,479 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 11,252 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 11,007 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 10,683 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 9,872 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 9,872 miles

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2015 9,610 miles

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 29 May 2014 8,329 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 7,051 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 5,709 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 4,380 miles

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 MLL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MLL, 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 MLL registered?

LJ08 MLL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is LJ08 MLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 MLL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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