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LK08 KXL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,727 mi
Last recorded27,727 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 KXL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 27,727 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 27,703 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 27,212 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 27,212 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2014 26,321 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 26,321 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2013 21,712 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 17,118 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 15,135 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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 KXL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue 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 KXL, 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 KXL registered?

LK08 KXL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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