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LJ08 WNW

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,809 mi
Last recorded10,809 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WNW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 10,809 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 10,809 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 10,809 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2023 10,809 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 10,809 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 10,809 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 10,811 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 10,809 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 10,809 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 10,809 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 10,809 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 10,809 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 10,809 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 10,809 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 10,410 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,039 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 WNW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WNW, 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 WNW registered?

LJ08 WNW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is LJ08 WNW safe to buy?

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