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LJ08 WLP

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,068 mi
Last recorded13,068 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WLP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 13,068 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 11,299 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 11,292 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 11,286 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 11,281 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 15,056 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 15,056 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2011 11,123 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 WLP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WLP, 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 WLP registered?

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

Is LJ08 WLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WLP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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