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LJ08 UUC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,734 mi
Last recorded47,734 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UUC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 47,734 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 46,890 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 46,644 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 46,044 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 44,900 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 43,396 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 41,779 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 38,858 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 34,921 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 29,942 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 24,346 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 22,586 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 14,631 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 14,631 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 12,772 miles

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

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 UUC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 UUC, 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 UUC registered?

LJ08 UUC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is LJ08 UUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 UUC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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