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AE08 KWR

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,836 mi
Last recorded10,836 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 KWR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 10,836 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 10,836 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 3,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 3,605 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 3,605 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 3,285 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 3,202 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 3,165 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 3,133 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 3,093 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 3,035 miles

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

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 KWR is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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

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 KWR, 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 KWR registered?

AE08 KWR is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is AE08 KWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 KWR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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