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SN08 LYX

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,815 mi
Last recorded8,815 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 LYX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 8,815 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 8,667 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 8,369 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 8,093 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 7,755 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 7,552 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 7,552 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 7,419 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 7,309 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 7,294 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 6,709 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 5,680 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 5,279 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 5,036 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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SN08 LYX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in Red 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 SN08 LYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN08 LYX registered?

SN08 LYX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is SN08 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 LYX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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