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DX58 JMU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,096 mi
Last recorded13,096 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX58 JMU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 13,096 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 9,069 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 9,069 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 9,069 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 6,105 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 6,105 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 5,408 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 4,190 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 1,546 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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DX58 JMU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 JMU, 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 DX58 JMU registered?

DX58 JMU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is DX58 JMU safe to buy?

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