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LK08 ONL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,448 mi
Last recorded53,448 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 ONL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 53,448 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 53,448 miles

Front tyre perished

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

Fail 25 Nov 2024 53,448 miles

Front tyre perished

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 53,448 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front tyre perished

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seam behind front mudguard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Left engine mount bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 53,212 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front tyre perished and unevenly worn

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seam behind front mudguard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Perished vacuum line (secondary air system valve)

Fail 8 Jan 2022 53,212 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Rear brake switch faulty (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front tyre perished and unevenly worn

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seam behind front mudguard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Perished vacuum line (secondary air system valve)

Pass 11 Dec 2020 49,352 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 39,122 miles

rear brake lamp switch poor in operation

Pass 6 Dec 2018 30,509 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 22,235 miles

apron fitted

headlamp reflector is poor

Pass 13 Dec 2016 18,664 miles

apron fitted

front tyre is low on tread and punctured

rear brake stiff in operation

Fail 13 Dec 2016 18,662 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

apron fitted

front tyre is low on tread and punctured

rear brake stiff in operation

Pass 17 Aug 2015 7,223 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 4,521 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 4,511 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 3,821 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 ONL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ONL, 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 ONL registered?

LK08 ONL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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