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HF57 HYT

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,332 mi
Last recorded24,332 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF57 HYT
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 24,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 20,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 17,677 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 12,054 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 5,000 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 5,000 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 328 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 13,522 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 22,502 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 22,499 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 22,422 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 May 2013 21,792 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 21,790 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 May 2012 21,502 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 21,502 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 May 2011 20,666 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear brake binding slightly

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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HF57 HYT is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HF57 HYT, 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 HF57 HYT registered?

HF57 HYT is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is HF57 HYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF57 HYT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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