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DX08 HPL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,897 mi
Last recorded22,897 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 HPL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 22,897 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 22,317 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 10 May 2023 22,301 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 21,031 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 30,969 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 27,832 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2014 16,872 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 43,186 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 12,886 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 10,866 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 10,866 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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 HPL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DX08 HPL, 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 DX08 HPL registered?

DX08 HPL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is DX08 HPL safe to buy?

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