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KFX 272F

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,044 mi
Last recorded3,044 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFX 272F
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 3,044 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 3,044 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear tyre scalloped

Pass 27 Jan 2014 893 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 567 miles

both tyres badly perished

bulb horn fitted at time of test

flyscreen broken

rear shock mount broken, bodged but secure

Fail 12 Nov 2012 567 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

both tyres badly perished

flyscreen broken

rear shock mount broken, bodged but secure

Pass 12 Apr 2010 352 miles

right hand steering stop longer than left hand steering stop.

Pass 18 Mar 2009 220 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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KFX 272F is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KFX 272F, 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 KFX 272F registered?

KFX 272F is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is KFX 272F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFX 272F shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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