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LJ58 NCA

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,475 mi
Last recorded18,475 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2012
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 NCA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2012 18,475 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 18,475 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 9,456 miles

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

rear brake drum slightly distorted

Fail 4 Nov 2011 9,456 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

rear brake drum slightly distorted

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 NCA is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NCA, 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 NCA registered?

LJ58 NCA is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 November 2008.

Is LJ58 NCA safe to buy?

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