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LX08 AVW

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,019 mi
Last recorded19,019 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 AVW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 19,019 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 18,934 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 18,852 miles

check front padsas are looking low

front is starting to crack

Pass 2 Aug 2023 18,695 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 18,558 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 18,361 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2020 18,228 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 17,937 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 16,830 miles

slight smell of petrol unable to locate

Pass 11 Aug 2017 15,613 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 14,367 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 12,580 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 11,606 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 9,840 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 6,731 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 2,973 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 2,439 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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LX08 AVW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX08 AVW, 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 LX08 AVW registered?

LX08 AVW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is LX08 AVW safe to buy?

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