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GE08 MOD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,159 mi
Last recorded16,159 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGE08 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 16,159 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 14,757 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 14,243 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 14,053 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 13,992 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 13,849 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 13,793 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 13,567 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 12,600 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 12,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 11,473 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 10,614 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 12,433 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 10,862 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 8,091 miles

Rear 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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GE08 MOD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GE08 MOD, 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 GE08 MOD registered?

GE08 MOD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is GE08 MOD safe to buy?

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