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FJ08 TKX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,929 mi
Last recorded41,929 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 TKX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 41,929 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 41,542 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 39,761 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 39,097 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 38,457 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 37,618 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 36,608 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 32,572 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 30,223 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 27,645 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 24,855 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 22,269 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 19,742 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 17,115 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 13,921 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 10,922 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2010 8,061 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 TKX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ08 TKX registered?

FJ08 TKX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is FJ08 TKX safe to buy?

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