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HF08 UCL

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

5,770 mi
Last recorded5,770 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 UCL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 5,770 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 5,745 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 5,518 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 5,468 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 5,466 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 5,450 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Apr 2019 5,450 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2018 5,378 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 5,325 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 5,271 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 5,231 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 5,081 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2013 4,971 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 4,971 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 4,720 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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HF08 UCL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 HF08 UCL, 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 HF08 UCL registered?

HF08 UCL is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is HF08 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 UCL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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