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GN08 HWW

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,417 mi
Last recorded14,417 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 HWW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 14,417 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 14,110 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 14,099 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 13,653 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2022 13,653 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 13,328 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 12,877 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 12,670 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 11,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 11,040 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,851 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 10,851 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 10,607 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 9,939 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 8,857 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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GN08 HWW 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 86.7%.

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 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 GN08 HWW, 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 HWW registered?

GN08 HWW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is GN08 HWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 HWW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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