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LJ08 WTA

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,700 mi
Last recorded10,700 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WTA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2019 10,700 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 10,681 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 10,641 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2016 10,475 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 9,095 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 7,275 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 4,693 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 3,172 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 2,516 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 WTA is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WTA, 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 WTA registered?

LJ08 WTA is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is LJ08 WTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WTA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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