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GX08 KVH

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,213 mi
Last recorded20,213 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 KVH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 20,213 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 18,799 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 16,042 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2012 9,836 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 May 2011 9,629 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 9,608 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 KVH is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KVH, 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 KVH registered?

GX08 KVH is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is GX08 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 KVH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX08 KVH have outstanding finance?

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