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AU08 FFY

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,156 mi
Last recorded13,156 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FFY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 13,156 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 12,927 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 12,538 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 12,538 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 12,529 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 11,803 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 11,803 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 24 May 2016 10,666 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 9,229 miles

Front tyre is worn slightly on offside of tread.

Pass 30 May 2014 7,902 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 7,445 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 4,484 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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AU08 FFY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AU08 FFY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 FFY registered?

AU08 FFY is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is AU08 FFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 FFY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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