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LJ58 MGE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

12,775 mi
Last recorded12,775 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 MGE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 12,775 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 12,560 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 12,560 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 11,116 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 8,864 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2020 8,864 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 7,178 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 7,178 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 7,178 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 7,178 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 7,178 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2015 6,767 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 4,612 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 3,889 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 2,385 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 14 Jan 2012 2,385 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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 MGE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MGE, 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 MGE registered?

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

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