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GN08 BZM

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,572 mi
Last recorded29,572 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 BZM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 29,572 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 29,058 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 29,058 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 17,434 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 24 Jun 2014 17,434 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front mudguard can easily contact any fixed point of the motor bicycle. (2.3.7)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 23 May 2014 17,373 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 15,856 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 15,856 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2012 13,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 10,546 miles

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

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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GN08 BZM is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GN08 BZM, 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 GN08 BZM registered?

GN08 BZM is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is GN08 BZM safe to buy?

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