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LK08 EFX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,056 mi
Last recorded54,056 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 EFX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 54,056 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 54,048 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025
Pass 10 May 2024 54,127 miles

Coolant leak ()

engine oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2024 54,086 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2023 53,311 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2022 53,054 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 53,018 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 52,912 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 52,422 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 51,312 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 50,433 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 49,764 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 48,683 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 4,822 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Front tyre has a repair to it

odometer reading to shown

Pass 2 Mar 2013 47,636 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 37,473 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 37,473 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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LK08 EFX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK08 EFX, 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 LK08 EFX registered?

LK08 EFX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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