MOT Status
ValidMileage
54,076 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Central Corroded, structural rigidity may be effected
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Stop lamp not working control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
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 NBK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.
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 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 NBK, 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 NBK registered?
LJ08 NBK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 May 2008.
Is LJ08 NBK safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ08 NBK shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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