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LK08 HWJ

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,032 mi
Last recorded34,032 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 HWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 34,032 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2019 34,032 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 2,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 16,344 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 13,970 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Fail 3 Jan 2017 13,969 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 13,964 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,089 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 9,597 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 9,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

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 HWJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HWJ, 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 HWJ registered?

LK08 HWJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 August 2008.

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