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LK08 GXV

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,831 mi
Last recorded12,831 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 12516,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 GXV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 12,831 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 12,784 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 12,748 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 12,723 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 12,721 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 12,606 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 12,528 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 12,528 miles

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 12,441 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 12,441 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 12,376 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 12,013 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 11,781 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 11,781 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2015 11,332 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 10,102 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 9,249 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 8,585 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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LK08 GXV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK08 GXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK08 GXV registered?

LK08 GXV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 3 June 2008.

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The MOT history for LK08 GXV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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