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LJ58 OLC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,241 mi
Last recorded45,241 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 OLC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 45,241 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 45,241 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2025 30,639 miles

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

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 20,099 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 20,099 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 7,842 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 3,145 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 186 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 176 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 151 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 OLC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OLC, 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 OLC registered?

LJ58 OLC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 December 2008.

Is LJ58 OLC safe to buy?

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