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GN08 UOJ

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,918 mi
Last recorded6,918 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 UOJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2025 6,918 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 2,935 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 2,257 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 1,708 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 1,651 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 1,618 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2014 440 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 8,236 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 7,442 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

no number plate lamp fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2011 5,899 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 UOJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UOJ, 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 GN08 UOJ registered?

GN08 UOJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 July 2008.

Is GN08 UOJ safe to buy?

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