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HF08 VDE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,100 mi
Last recorded34,100 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 VDE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 34,100 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 34,080 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 34,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 30,224 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2022 30,224 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 28,352 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 27,312 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 23,350 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 23,262 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 20,065 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 18,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 15,430 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 8,286 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 5,851 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 VDE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VDE, 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 VDE registered?

HF08 VDE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is HF08 VDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 VDE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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