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LJ08 UUR

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,390 mi
Last recorded12,390 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UUR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 12,390 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 12,390 miles

Central Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 12,390 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 12,390 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 12,390 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 12,390 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 12,390 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 11,779 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 11,776 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 11,775 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 9,169 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 70,990 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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LJ08 UUR is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ08 UUR, 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.

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What year was LJ08 UUR registered?

LJ08 UUR is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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