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FJ08 FPL

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,339 mi
Last recorded12,339 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 12510,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FPL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 12,339 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 11,944 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 33,488 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 32,157 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 29,148 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 26,991 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 24,935 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 19,171 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,976 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 125?

Based on 2,576 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
858
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 86
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 18
Headlamp aim too low 15
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 12
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FJ08 FPL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 10,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa S 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 FPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ08 FPL registered?

FJ08 FPL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 125, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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The MOT history for FJ08 FPL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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