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LJ08 WLV

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

8,789 mi
Last recorded8,789 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WLV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 8,789 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 8,470 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 8,470 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 8,470 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 8,470 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 8,470 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 8,470 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 6,950 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 17,722 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 17,722 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 15,576 miles

Central Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,232 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 12,121 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 7,813 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 1,240 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 8,928 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 8,231 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 WLV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WLV, 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 WLV registered?

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

Is LJ08 WLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WLV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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