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LJ58 TWC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,908 mi
Last recorded25,908 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 TWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 25,908 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 25,416 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 22,128 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 15,943 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 10,953 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 10,953 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 5,499 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 5,499 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 2,433 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 43,961 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 43,961 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2016 34,824 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 27,284 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 18,283 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 13,597 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 8,265 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 8,265 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 51 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 TWC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TWC, 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 TWC registered?

LJ58 TWC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 December 2008.

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