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AU08 FJX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,920 mi
Last recorded15,920 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FJX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 15,920 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 13,221 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 12,954 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 11,483 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 8,847 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 5,751 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 5,390 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 5,390 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 4,647 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 3,921 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 3,604 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 3,022 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 4,532 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2015 4,532 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 2,752 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 2,479 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 2,022 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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 FJX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FJX, 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 FJX registered?

AU08 FJX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AU08 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 FJX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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