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CX08 BUW

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,824 mi
Last recorded7,824 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 BUW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 7,824 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 7,473 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 7,007 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 5,018 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 3,461 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 3,461 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 3,127 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 2,832 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 2,787 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 2,778 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 2,676 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 2,423 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 2,104 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 13 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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CX08 BUW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CX08 BUW, 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 CX08 BUW?

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What year was CX08 BUW registered?

CX08 BUW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is CX08 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 BUW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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