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LJ58 EPU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,605 mi
Last recorded20,605 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 EPU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 20,605 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2025 17,526 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 15,241 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 15,238 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 14,000 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 13,887 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 13,068 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 11,597 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 11,597 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 9,674 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2017 8,659 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 8,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight play

Signs of corrosion on bottom part of chasis

Pass 18 Feb 2015 7,524 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 6,702 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 5,885 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 5,297 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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LJ58 EPU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LJ58 EPU, 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 LJ58 EPU registered?

LJ58 EPU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 December 2008.

Is LJ58 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 EPU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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