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LK08 UFS

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

26,524 mi
Last recorded26,524 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 UFS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 26,524 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 26,516 miles

Central Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,481 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Swing arm bushings have slight free play

Pass 6 May 2016 26,233 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 26,214 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 15,759 miles

Just acceptable notch/tightness in headstock bearing

Fail 22 Jul 2014 15,636 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 10,814 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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Pass 30 Jul 2013 10,814 miles

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Pass 16 Jun 2012 6,148 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 5,300 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 5,300 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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 UFS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 UFS, 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 UFS registered?

LK08 UFS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is LK08 UFS safe to buy?

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