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LK08 JFY

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

22,722 mi
Last recorded22,722 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 JFY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 22,722 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 22,722 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 21,814 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 21,662 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Oct 2020 21,662 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 25,091 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2019 25,091 miles

Front Brake component insecure pad separated (1.1.21 (c))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake lever insecure lever retaining nut loose (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 24,815 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 23,360 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 21,619 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,095 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,030 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 16,497 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 16,497 miles

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 14,817 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 125?

Based on 2,576 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Headlamp aim too low 15
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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LK08 JFY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 10,978 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 S 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK08 JFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LK08 JFY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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