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LJ58 GUG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,602 mi
Last recorded17,602 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 GUG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 17,602 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 15,929 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 15,862 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 12,708 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 12,249 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 5,136 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 2,854 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 2,811 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 2,789 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 2,721 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 GUG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GUG, 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 GUG registered?

LJ58 GUG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 October 2008.

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