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BC57 HJU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,134 mi
Last recorded18,134 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC57 HJU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2018 18,134 miles

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

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 17,782 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 17,781 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded under side of frame tube (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 16,709 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 13,752 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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BC57 HJU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BC57 HJU, 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 BC57 HJU registered?

BC57 HJU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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