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LK08 GXS

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,550 mi
Last recorded30,550 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 GXS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 30,550 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 30,474 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 30,166 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 28,422 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 25,771 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 23,015 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2018 23,015 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 20,407 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 20,407 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 17,781 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2016 17,781 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 17,774 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 17,338 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 14,978 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 8,896 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 6,704 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 GXS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LK08 GXS, 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 LK08 GXS registered?

LK08 GXS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is LK08 GXS safe to buy?

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