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BU08 GFZ

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

10,907 mi
Last recorded10,907 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 GFZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 10,907 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2026 10,907 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2023 10,564 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 10,351 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 10,332 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2021 10,055 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 9,706 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 9,706 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 9,452 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 8,027 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 5,822 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 5,756 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 5,756 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 4,644 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 4,644 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 3,664 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 3,386 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 2,621 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 1,920 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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BU08 GFZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GFZ, 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 BU08 GFZ registered?

BU08 GFZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BU08 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 GFZ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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