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GX08 NKP

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

7,877 mi
Last recorded7,877 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 NKP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 7,877 miles

Indicator switch faulty not staying on intermittantly (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside mirror assembly loose

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear lamp cracked / holed

Fail 8 Nov 2025 7,877 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements cracked (0.1 (d))

Indicator switch faulty not staying on intermittantly (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside mirror assembly loose

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear lamp cracked / holed

Pass 9 Jul 2024 7,877 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 7,823 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 7,155 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 6,995 miles

Front Brake binding when rotated by hand

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Unable to carry out wheel bearing rotation test due to binding brake.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on both outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 6,213 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 5,448 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 5,448 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 4,590 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded corrosion rear of belly pan (6.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 4,588 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 4,588 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 3,780 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 3,725 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 2,611 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 1,524 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 1,524 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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 NKP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GX08 NKP, 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

How do I check the history of GX08 NKP?

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What year was GX08 NKP registered?

GX08 NKP is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is GX08 NKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 NKP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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