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LJ08 WLX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,659 mi
Last recorded33,659 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WLX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 33,659 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 33,659 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 30,317 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 26,164 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 25,930 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,674 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 25,328 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 24,285 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 23,806 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2015 21,872 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2015 21,872 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2014 17,249 miles

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 17,249 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 14,662 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 10,519 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 9,175 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 8,869 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 WLX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black 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 WLX, 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 WLX registered?

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

Is LJ08 WLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WLX 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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