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LJ08 OJC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,345 mi
Last recorded43,345 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 OJC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 43,345 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 32,635 miles

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

slight oil leak

Pass 30 May 2017 32,124 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 8,317 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 May 2016 8,317 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 5,405 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 5,075 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 4,545 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 3,699 miles

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

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 OJC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OJC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 OJC registered?

LJ08 OJC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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