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AE08 OFB

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

28,025 mi
Last recorded28,025 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 OFB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 28,025 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 26,070 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 22,629 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 22,629 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2021 19,854 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 19,854 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 18,750 miles

Front Suspension dampening effect slightly inadequate.

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

Fail 5 May 2020 18,750 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Suspension dampening effect slightly inadequate.

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 17,022 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 16,153 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 16,153 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 14,419 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 14,419 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 9,087 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 7,052 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 OFB is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OFB, 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 OFB registered?

AE08 OFB is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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