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HX58 FCE

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Turquoise Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

69 mi
Last recorded69 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX58 FCE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 69 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 9 miles

lights permanently masked at time of test, machine only to be used in daylight hours and not in adverse weather conditions

Pass 26 Mar 2024 4 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 26,258 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 617 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

all lights taped up so for day time use only. NOT TO BE USE AT NIGHT OR AT TIMES OF REDUCED VISABILITY.

Pass 28 Aug 2020 18 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,576 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2016 33,576 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel has a missing wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 32,929 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 32,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 29,478 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 29,478 miles

Rear Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 25,489 miles

Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 18,549 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 18,549 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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HX58 FCE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Turquoise with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HX58 FCE, 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 HX58 FCE registered?

HX58 FCE is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 October 2008.

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