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BD57 HLP

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,668 mi
Last recorded21,668 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 HLP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 21,668 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 21,521 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 20,762 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 19,831 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 19,831 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2020 19,185 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 17,839 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 15,807 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 14,946 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 14,020 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 13,279 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 10,537 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 10,537 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 9,864 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 8,262 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 6,701 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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BD57 HLP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BD57 HLP, 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 BD57 HLP registered?

BD57 HLP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is BD57 HLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 HLP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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