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LJ08 WUC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,326 mi
Last recorded57,326 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WUC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 57,326 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 57,144 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 57,101 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 54,207 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 53,552 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 51,302 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 51,302 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 45,483 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 36,607 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 28,067 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 21,063 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 WUC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WUC, 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 WUC registered?

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

Is LJ08 WUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WUC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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