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FJ58 XLT

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,207 mi
Last recorded17,207 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 XLT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 17,207 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 16,359 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 May 2023 16,359 miles

Front Brake component insecure brake pad pin , split pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 13,288 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 13,080 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 12,494 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 12,441 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 11,821 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 10,570 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 9,258 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 7,850 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 5,475 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 3,873 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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FJ58 XLT is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc 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 FJ58 XLT, 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 FJ58 XLT registered?

FJ58 XLT is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 23 September 2008.

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