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LJ08 VLP

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,349 mi
Last recorded19,349 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 VLP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 19,349 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 18,517 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 18,174 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 18,062 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 17,510 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2021 16,734 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 15,636 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 15,460 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,828 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 11,662 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 11,579 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 10,460 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,289 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 6,291 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 VLP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VLP, 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 VLP registered?

LJ08 VLP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is LJ08 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VLP shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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