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FN08 AEG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,910 mi
Last recorded11,910 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 AEG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 11,910 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 11,910 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2017 11,560 miles

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

Rear brake has minimal reserve travel.

Pass 15 Jun 2016 10,691 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 9,832 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 9,005 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 9,005 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 8,221 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 8,034 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 6,504 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,504 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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FN08 AEG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN08 AEG, 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 FN08 AEG registered?

FN08 AEG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 May 2008.

Is FN08 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 AEG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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