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PN08 LPJ

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,001 mi
Last recorded21,001 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 LPJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 21,001 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 21,001 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 21,000 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 21,000 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 21,000 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 21,000 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 21,000 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 21,000 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 21,000 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 21,000 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 21,000 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 19,554 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 19,554 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 16,758 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 15,026 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 12,289 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 6,357 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 4,867 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 4,661 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 3,473 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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PN08 LPJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PN08 LPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN08 LPJ registered?

PN08 LPJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PN08 LPJ safe to buy?

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