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A9 CAU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,132 mi
Last recorded15,132 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 CAU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 15,132 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 7 May 2026 15,132 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 May 2025 14,863 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 14,710 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 14,640 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 13,500 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 13,497 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 10,505 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 9,180 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 7,807 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 7,807 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 7,807 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 7,807 miles

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 6,683 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 3,487 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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A9 CAU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A9 CAU, 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 A9 CAU registered?

A9 CAU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is A9 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 CAU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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