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F178 HWJ

2008 Piaggio Vespa 50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

299 mi
Last recorded299 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF178 HWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa 50
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 299 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 295 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2016 19,574 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 19,438 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 19,367 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 19,367 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 17,865 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 16,468 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 14,622 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 11,555 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa 50?

Based on 795 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 8
wheel bearings are excessively rough 8
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F178 HWJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa 50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F178 HWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F178 HWJ registered?

F178 HWJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa 50, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is F178 HWJ safe to buy?

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