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LJ58 GWP

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,662 mi
Last recorded38,662 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 GWP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 38,662 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Lower frame slightly corroded on seams (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members Slight play in front suspension arm bearings (2.3.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit 1mm needs to be changed (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2015 36,403 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 36,221 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 35,029 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 35,029 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 28,420 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 28,420 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 21,480 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 GWP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ58 GWP, 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.

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What year was LJ58 GWP registered?

LJ58 GWP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 November 2008.

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