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FJ08 FSU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,009 mi
Last recorded19,009 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FSU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 19,009 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 18,432 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 18,431 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2020 18,310 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 18,166 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 17,355 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 16,747 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 19,265 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 17,321 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 15,639 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 15,639 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 11,870 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 11,820 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 FSU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FSU, 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 FSU registered?

FJ08 FSU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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