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GX08 GUE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,343 mi
Last recorded13,343 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 GUE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 13,343 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 10,885 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 10,423 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 10,383 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 10,246 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 9,652 miles

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Small hole on the bottom, corrosion (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 9,281 miles

Belly pan / bottom part of chassis corroded

Exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2019 8,737 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2019 8,735 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 7,551 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 7,551 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 6,488 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 7,870 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 4,685 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 4,426 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 4,112 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 3,798 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 2,641 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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GX08 GUE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GX08 GUE, 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 GX08 GUE registered?

GX08 GUE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is GX08 GUE safe to buy?

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