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LJ58 MDN

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,454 mi
Last recorded23,454 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 MDN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 23,454 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 49,405 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 46,095 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 32,419 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 31,400 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 29,725 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 27,625 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 23,419 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 18,438 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 18,438 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 May 2014 4,094 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 4,044 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 1,415 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 MDN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MDN, 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 MDN registered?

LJ58 MDN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is LJ58 MDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 MDN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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