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OU08 DHX

2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Red Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,784 mi
Last recorded10,784 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 5010,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 DHX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 10,784 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 7,379 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 7,314 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 7,303 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 7,291 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 5,960 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 5,960 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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OU08 DHX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Red with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 10,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 DHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU08 DHX?

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What year was OU08 DHX registered?

OU08 DHX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is OU08 DHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 DHX shows 7 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.

Does OU08 DHX have outstanding finance?

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