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FJ58 KOV

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,108 mi
Last recorded31,108 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 KOV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 31,108 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 31,108 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 28,282 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 26,097 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 23,571 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 21,466 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 17,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

seat catch broken,secured by strap.

Pass 20 Sep 2018 12,705 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 12,373 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 11,081 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 123,172 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

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

tyre pressures low

Pass 15 May 2014 10,512 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,105 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 9,635 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 23 Jan 2012 9,634 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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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FJ58 KOV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FJ58 KOV, 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 FJ58 KOV registered?

FJ58 KOV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is FJ58 KOV safe to buy?

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