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LX08 FPF

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,969 mi
Last recorded19,969 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FPF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2021 19,969 miles

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

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

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 19,944 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 19,772 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 19,252 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 17,619 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,114 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 13,373 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 12,061 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 10,587 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 8,448 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 7,961 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 FPF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FPF, 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 FPF registered?

LX08 FPF is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is LX08 FPF safe to buy?

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