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LK08 HRC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,848 mi
Last recorded84,848 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 HRC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 84,848 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under foot plate (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 84,848 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under foot plate (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 84,767 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 82,028 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 82,028 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 81,842 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 81,339 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 80,825 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 79,861 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 78,914 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 76,893 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 68,231 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 50,737 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 6,391 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 HRC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HRC, 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 HRC registered?

LK08 HRC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is LK08 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK08 HRC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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