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GX58 JYS

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,279 mi
Last recorded20,279 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX58 JYS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 20,279 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 20,260 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 20,238 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 19,868 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 19,868 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 14,988 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 10,188 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Nov 2017 10,188 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 8,792 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 8,792 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 7,616 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 7,616 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 6,508 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 5,807 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 5,769 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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GX58 JYS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX58 JYS, 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 GX58 JYS registered?

GX58 JYS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is GX58 JYS safe to buy?

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