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EU08 DPX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,202 mi
Last recorded36,202 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 DPX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 May 2025 36,202 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 30,082 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 21,480 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 15,101 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 7,691 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 5,716 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 5,226 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 4,667 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 4,173 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 3,400 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,818 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 2,147 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 1,077 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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EU08 DPX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EU08 DPX, 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 EU08 DPX registered?

EU08 DPX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 May 2008.

Is EU08 DPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 DPX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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