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273 XUM

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,278 mi
Last recorded2,278 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration273 XUM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2017 2,278 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 2,230 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 2,129 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 1,968 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 1,808 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 1,295 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 695 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 339 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 55 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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273 XUM is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 273 XUM, 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 273 XUM registered?

273 XUM is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is 273 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 273 XUM shows 9 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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