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LJ57 XYY

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Grey Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

11,210 mi
Last recorded11,210 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 XYY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 11,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2025 11,210 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 9,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2024 9,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 9,293 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame very rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 9,049 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 8,754 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2021 8,754 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 8,276 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan /underbody very rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 8,122 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 7,884 miles

rusty underbody

Fail 9 Jan 2018 7,884 miles

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

rusty underbody

Pass 14 Dec 2016 7,101 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

underbody rusty

Pass 21 Dec 2015 6,772 miles

seat lock broken

Pass 27 Mar 2014 6,193 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,138 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 5,838 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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LJ57 XYY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Grey with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LJ57 XYY, 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 LJ57 XYY registered?

LJ57 XYY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is LJ57 XYY safe to buy?

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