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LJ08 OLM

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

22,341 mi
Last recorded22,341 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 OLM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 22,341 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 22,341 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 20,403 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 18,129 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 15,922 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 13,381 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 13,381 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 9,613 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 9,613 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected leg cover causing issue (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

grab rail loose

horn button sticking

Pass 24 Oct 2017 9,613 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 11,541 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 11,541 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 11,541 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 11,541 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2012 11,541 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 11,541 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 7,227 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 OLM is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 OLM, 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 OLM registered?

LJ08 OLM is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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