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FJ08 FVE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,526 mi
Last recorded32,526 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 FVE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 32,526 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 31,194 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 29,736 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 28,411 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,241 miles

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 26,361 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 26,108 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 25,304 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 25,304 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,674 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 21,410 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 19,878 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,284 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 18,558 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 15,210 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 11,481 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,873 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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 FVE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FVE, 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 FVE registered?

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

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The MOT history for FJ08 FVE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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