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LK08 HBC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,843 mi
Last recorded115,843 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 HBC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 115,843 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 114,303 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 109,714 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 103,772 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 100,814 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 100,814 miles

Handlebar handgrip missing both (2.1.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 80,905 miles

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Fail 7 Mar 2014 80,905 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 58,713 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 52,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 52,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 38,549 miles

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

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 HBC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HBC, 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 HBC registered?

LK08 HBC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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