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AE08 JYD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,610 mi
Last recorded46,610 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 JYD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 46,610 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 46,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 44,774 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 44,774 miles

Rear Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 44,101 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 42,796 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre unevenly worn

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 41,348 miles

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 39,526 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 38,411 miles

Front Shock absorber slightly loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,915 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 31,710 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rear dampers making knocking noise when compressed.

Pass 18 Apr 2017 27,695 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 22,610 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 19,943 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 16,964 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 16,056 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 14,311 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 7,031 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 JYD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JYD, 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 JYD registered?

AE08 JYD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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