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LX08 FOU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,101 mi
Last recorded41,101 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FOU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 41,101 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 41,101 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 41,164 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 41,164 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 41,164 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 41,164 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 41,164 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 41,164 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 40,970 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 40,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 31,573 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 23,397 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 15,005 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 8,878 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 3,258 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 FOU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FOU, 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 FOU registered?

LX08 FOU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is LX08 FOU safe to buy?

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