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LJ08 WVB

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,483 mi
Last recorded35,483 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 WVB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 35,483 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 35,219 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 34,907 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 34,475 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 34,091 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 32,352 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 31,371 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 28,704 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 26,216 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 26,212 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play ENGINE MOUNTS HAVE EXCESS FREE PLAY (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 23,222 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 20,272 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,921 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 13,313 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 9,741 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 5,825 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 WVB is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WVB, 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 WVB registered?

LJ08 WVB is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LJ08 WVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 WVB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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