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SJ08 HLN

2008 Piaggio Porter

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,742 mi
Last recorded23,742 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Porter34,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 HLN
MakePiaggio
ModelPorter
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 23,742 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 22,270 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 21,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.90mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 19,660 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight play in steering idler.

Slight play in steering link bar

Pass 25 Nov 2021 17,976 miles

Slight play in steering idler.

Fail 24 Nov 2021 17,976 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Slight play in steering idler.

Pass 10 Nov 2020 15,740 miles

fuel tank corroded but not excessive

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush nearside / offside bushes deteriorated / slight perishing / cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 14,178 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 13,666 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 12,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 11,150 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 10,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 8,477 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 7,042 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 6,066 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 5,367 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Porter?

Based on 18,238 MOT tests across 1,312 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
2,557
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 991
brake recording little or no effort 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 628
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 537
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 386
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SJ08 HLN is a 2008 Piaggio Porter in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Porter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 34,394 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Porter fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 991 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ08 HLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Porter typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Porter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ08 HLN registered?

SJ08 HLN is a 2008 Piaggio Porter, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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The MOT history for SJ08 HLN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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