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DX08 HMD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,534 mi
Last recorded8,534 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 HMD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 8,534 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 8,375 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 8,370 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 8,057 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 7,991 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 7,896 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 7,570 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 7,490 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 7,270 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 7,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 7,100 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 6,244 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 5,088 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 3,964 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 3,951 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 3,824 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 3,219 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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DX08 HMD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DX08 HMD, 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 DX08 HMD registered?

DX08 HMD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is DX08 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 HMD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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