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LX08 DKN

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,902 mi
Last recorded22,902 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DKN
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,902 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nail in front tyre

registraton plate cracked

Pass 17 Mar 2014 22,179 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 21,644 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 21,644 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 18,185 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 18,185 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,288 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 DKN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LX08 DKN, 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 LX08 DKN registered?

LX08 DKN is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is LX08 DKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 DKN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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