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BX08 VJP

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,872 mi
Last recorded19,872 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX08 VJP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,872 miles

Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess Rubber bushes slightly worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,147 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 19,131 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 19,101 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 13,669 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2014 13,669 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 8,027 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 6,145 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 4,981 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 4,835 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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BX08 VJP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX08 VJP, 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 BX08 VJP registered?

BX08 VJP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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The MOT history for BX08 VJP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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