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LJ08 UMW

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,594 mi
Last recorded12,594 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UMW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2020 12,594 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 12,594 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 21,069 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 21,069 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 19,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 14,169 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 14,169 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 11,241 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 11,241 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 8,005 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 4,622 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 677 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 UMW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UMW, 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 UMW registered?

LJ08 UMW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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