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LX08 FOC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,121 mi
Last recorded26,121 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FOC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 26,121 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 24,967 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CORRISION UNDER CHASSIS AND FRAME (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 23,659 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 23,654 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 23,647 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel cap ineffective Seal Missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 23,548 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 23,457 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 23,155 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 22,883 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 22,155 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 13,620 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 12,579 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 7,291 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 7,291 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 FOC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FOC, 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 FOC registered?

LX08 FOC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is LX08 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 FOC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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