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LJ08 HVG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,298 mi
Last recorded23,298 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 HVG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2015 23,298 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 20,313 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 16,773 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 15,755 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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LJ08 HVG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ08 HVG, 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.

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What year was LJ08 HVG registered?

LJ08 HVG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is LJ08 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 HVG shows 4 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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