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LJ57 UEX

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,534 mi
Last recorded12,534 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 UEX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 12,534 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 12,387 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 12,376 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 12,376 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 12,338 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 4,404 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 10,404 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 10,404 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 10,339 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 125?

Based on 2,576 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Headlamp aim too low 15
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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LJ57 UEX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 10,978 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 S 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ57 UEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ57 UEX registered?

LJ57 UEX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is LJ57 UEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 UEX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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