MOT Status
ValidMileage
18,385 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (5.2.3 (e))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
notch at steering borderline
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
nail in rear tyre
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
BU08 ETZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 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 BU08 ETZ, 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
How do I check the history of BU08 ETZ?
You can check the full history of BU08 ETZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BU08 ETZ registered?
BU08 ETZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 June 2008.
Is BU08 ETZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU08 ETZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BU08 ETZ have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU08 ETZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.