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LK08 HVL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,729 mi
Last recorded37,729 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 HVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 37,729 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 36,829 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 36,829 miles

Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 36,043 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 36,043 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 35,872 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 35,872 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 34,121 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 33,718 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 32,204 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 30,807 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 30,807 miles

Central Front Upper Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 29,224 miles

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 29,224 miles

Central Front Upper All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 26,113 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 23,341 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 19,950 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 16,278 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 16,278 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 13,404 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 7,738 miles

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

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

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 HVL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HVL, 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 HVL registered?

LK08 HVL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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