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LJ08 WLN

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,670 mi
Last recorded43,670 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WLN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 43,670 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 May 2026 43,659 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 36,344 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 34,806 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 33,799 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 33,799 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2022 25,519 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 19,073 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 15,732 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 15,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Jan 2015 9,975 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 8,315 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 7,974 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 WLN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WLN, 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 WLN registered?

LJ08 WLN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is LJ08 WLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WLN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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