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LJ58 MPU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,236 mi
Last recorded14,236 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 MPU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 14,236 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2017 14,236 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 14,236 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 14,236 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 14,236 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 14,236 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 12,383 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 9,812 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 MPU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc 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 MPU, 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 MPU registered?

LJ58 MPU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is LJ58 MPU safe to buy?

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