MOT Status
ValidMileage
26,696 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))
Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b) DANGEROUS
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ08 NAU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 NAU, 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 NAU registered?
LJ08 NAU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 April 2008.
Is LJ08 NAU safe to buy?
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