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LX08 DRV

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,163 mi
Last recorded15,163 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 5010,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DRV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2016 15,163 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit bit low (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Jan 2016 15,163 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 4,853 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 4,024 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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LX08 DRV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 10,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX08 DRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX08 DRV registered?

LX08 DRV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is LX08 DRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 DRV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX08 DRV have outstanding finance?

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