MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
11,849 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
under body corroded but not structural
Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 50?
Based on 2,352 MOT tests across 288 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ08 VPW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 8,238 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 S 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 VPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Piaggio Vespa S 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was LJ08 VPW registered?
LJ08 VPW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50, first registered on 26 August 2008.
Is LJ08 VPW safe to buy?
The MOT history for LJ08 VPW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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