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LX08 DVG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

33,902 mi
Last recorded33,902 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DVG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 33,902 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 32,652 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 29,588 miles

brake lever pivots slightly worn

Fail 30 Aug 2014 29,588 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

brake lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 17 Sep 2013 28,631 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 14 Sep 2013 28,631 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 27,711 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 27,678 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 22 Sep 2011 26,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2010 23,479 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 DVG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DVG, 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 DVG registered?

LX08 DVG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 April 2008.

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