MOT Status
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23,504 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
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 UMK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 UMK, 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 UMK registered?
LJ08 UMK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2008.
Is LJ08 UMK safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ08 UMK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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