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LX08 DWE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,924 mi
Last recorded19,924 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DWE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 19,924 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 19,924 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 15,921 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 12,097 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 May 2016 12,095 miles

Offside Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 8,261 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 8,253 miles

no mirrors fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2013 8,253 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

front tyre low on pressure

no mirrors fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2012 8,253 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 DWE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DWE, 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 DWE registered?

LX08 DWE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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