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LJ08 NAO

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,917 mi
Last recorded39,917 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 NAO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 39,917 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 39,392 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 39,063 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 39,063 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2023 39,063 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2022 37,946 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 36,015 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 36,015 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,028 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 33,028 miles

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 30,927 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 29,349 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 29,349 miles

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 27,412 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 26,052 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 20,864 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 17,864 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 15,681 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 NAO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NAO, 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 NAO registered?

LJ08 NAO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is LJ08 NAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 NAO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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