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AJ58 OTV

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

32,665 mi
Last recorded32,665 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 OTV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 32,665 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 30,238 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake cable worn, but not excessively needs adjusting (1.1.15 (b))

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 30,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake cable worn, but not excessively needs adjusting (1.1.15 (b))

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 28,669 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 28,669 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 28,284 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 28,284 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,283 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 28,279 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 27,013 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 26,843 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced some plates weld on but rusting and holed around weld and very poor weld (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 21,647 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 21,647 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 21,647 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 20,361 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 19,569 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 18,938 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Aug 2015 18,938 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 16,152 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,152 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 11,537 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 11,537 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 9,060 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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AJ58 OTV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 AJ58 OTV, 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 AJ58 OTV registered?

AJ58 OTV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 September 2008.

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