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LX08 FWV

2008 Piaggio Vespa Lxv 125

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,100 mi
Last recorded5,100 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa Lxv 1258,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 FWV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa Lxv 125
Year2008
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 5,100 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 5,100 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 5,100 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 5,100 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 3,509 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 3,678 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 2,744 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2011 2,744 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa Lxv 125?

Based on 1,887 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
723
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
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LX08 FWV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa Lxv 125 in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa Lxv 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 8,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa Lxv 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX08 FWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LX08 FWV registered?

LX08 FWV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa Lxv 125, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is LX08 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 FWV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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