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AU08 FHV

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,680 mi
Last recorded22,680 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FHV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 May 2022 22,680 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively drum brake (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 May 2020 21,922 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 21,679 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 19,643 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 19,573 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 19,282 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 15,877 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 12,812 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 9,885 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 6,995 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 FHV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FHV, 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 AU08 FHV registered?

AU08 FHV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AU08 FHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 FHV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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