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LX08 FWD

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,163 mi
Last recorded16,163 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FWD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 16,163 miles

Central Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 15,028 miles

Central Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 14,252 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Play in Engine Mounts

Pass 19 Aug 2022 13,052 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in Engine Mounts

Pass 10 Aug 2021 9,504 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 9,504 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 9,504 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 9,504 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 7,136 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 4,466 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 4,285 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 1,802 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 1,785 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 1,758 miles

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 FWD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FWD, 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 FWD registered?

LX08 FWD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LX08 FWD safe to buy?

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