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GM08 MOD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,281 mi
Last recorded24,281 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM08 MOD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 24,281 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,361 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 22,360 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 21,087 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 17,921 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 27 May 2014 17,911 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 May 2013 12,367 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,441 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 4,200 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 May 2011 4,200 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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GM08 MOD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GM08 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.

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What year was GM08 MOD registered?

GM08 MOD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is GM08 MOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM08 MOD shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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