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CX08 BVE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,146 mi
Last recorded3,146 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 BVE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 3,146 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 3,064 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 2,574 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 2,435 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 2,414 miles

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

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 BVE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 CX08 BVE, 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

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What year was CX08 BVE registered?

CX08 BVE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is CX08 BVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 BVE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX08 BVE have outstanding finance?

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