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AY08 FFU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,198 mi
Last recorded22,198 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 FFU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 22,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 20,323 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 16,477 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 13,135 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 8,116 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 3,851 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 5,899 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 5,560 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 5,560 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2016 5,193 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 4,967 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 4,967 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2014 4,587 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 4,587 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 4,035 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 3,740 miles

speedo cable insecure

Fail 29 May 2012 3,706 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

speedo cable loose

Pass 23 May 2011 2,555 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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AY08 FFU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AY08 FFU, 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 AY08 FFU registered?

AY08 FFU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AY08 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 FFU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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