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AE08 APV

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,150 mi
Last recorded5,150 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 APV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 5,150 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 5,150 miles

Nearside Front Upper Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 5,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 5,018 miles

front suspension has slightly reduced damping

scooter body underneath started to rust

Pass 24 Apr 2019 5,003 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 5,003 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 4,806 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 4,792 miles

slight free play in the rear bake lever assembly but is not readily removable

Pass 13 Apr 2016 4,106 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 3,715 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 3,172 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 2,512 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 1,927 miles

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

the front tyre has a very slight crack but is not deep enough to reach ply or chod

Pass 15 Apr 2011 1,113 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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AE08 APV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE08 APV, 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 AE08 APV registered?

AE08 APV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 APV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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