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FJ08 FOD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,299 mi
Last recorded28,299 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 28,299 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 28,282 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 28,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 23,278 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 23,278 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 18,796 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 13,975 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2016 8,474 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 3,908 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 2,234 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 2,174 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 2,145 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 2,041 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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FJ08 FOD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 FJ08 FOD, 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 FJ08 FOD registered?

FJ08 FOD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FJ08 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 FOD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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