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LX08 FNT

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,464 mi
Last recorded16,464 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FNT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 16,464 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 16,464 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 4 Feb 2013 12,675 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 12,675 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 6,796 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 6,589 miles

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

cenrtre stand stiff

long travel rear brake

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 125?

Based on 2,576 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Headlamp aim too low 15
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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LX08 FNT is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 10,978 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 S 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX08 FNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX08 FNT registered?

LX08 FNT is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is LX08 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 FNT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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