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CU08 FXP

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,133 mi
Last recorded57,133 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 FXP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 57,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 57,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 57,010 miles

Front minor play in wheel

minor play in engine bushes

Pass 13 Nov 2017 53,621 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 49,319 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 38,254 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 26,391 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,221 miles

centre stand stiff in operation

front brake pads are low

Fail 22 Aug 2013 16,219 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

centre stand stiff in operation

front brake pads are low

Pass 18 Aug 2012 9,111 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 6,031 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 6,031 miles

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 125?

Based on 2,576 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Headlamp aim too low 15
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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CU08 FXP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 10,978 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 S 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU08 FXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU08 FXP registered?

CU08 FXP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is CU08 FXP safe to buy?

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