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LJ08 WLU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,412 mi
Last recorded23,412 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WLU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 23,412 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024 19,013 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 16,932 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 16,932 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2022 15,817 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 14,864 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 14,446 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 11,877 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 15,046 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 13,424 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 10,265 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 9,739 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 WLU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WLU, 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 WLU registered?

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

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The MOT history for LJ08 WLU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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