CarVerify

Free Car Check

LX08 DPY

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,902 mi
Last recorded14,902 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 12516,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DPY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 14,902 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 20,775 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 14,091 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 14,090 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 14,090 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 14,090 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 14,090 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 14,090 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 13,066 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2013 13,066 miles

Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 13,066 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 13,066 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)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
Full Piaggio Vespa LX 125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LX08 DPY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,903 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX08 DPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LX08 DPY?

You can check the full history of LX08 DPY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LX08 DPY registered?

LX08 DPY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is LX08 DPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 DPY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX08 DPY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LX08 DPY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.