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DX58 GHU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

2,164 mi
Last recorded2,164 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX58 GHU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 2,164 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 2,164 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 2,164 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 2,164 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2018 13,884 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 13,884 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps bulb holder missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 13,884 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 13,070 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 13,070 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 12,984 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 5,775 miles

seat broke at the front

Fail 4 Jun 2011 5,775 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

seat broke at the front

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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DX58 GHU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 DX58 GHU, 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 DX58 GHU?

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What year was DX58 GHU registered?

DX58 GHU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is DX58 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX58 GHU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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