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GN57 UKZ

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,801 mi
Last recorded9,801 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 UKZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2022 9,801 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 9,801 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 9,801 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 9,801 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 9,801 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 9,801 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 9,801 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2018 9,801 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 9,801 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 9,801 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 9,801 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 9,083 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 6,105 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 4,780 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 2,392 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Jan 2010 1,066 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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GN57 UKZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GN57 UKZ, 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 GN57 UKZ registered?

GN57 UKZ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is GN57 UKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 UKZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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