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MY08 VES

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,384 mi
Last recorded18,384 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY08 VES
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 18,384 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 7,954 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 6,467 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 5,274 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 5,274 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 2,850 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 468 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 700 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 675 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 393 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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MY08 VES is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MY08 VES, 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 MY08 VES registered?

MY08 VES is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is MY08 VES safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY08 VES shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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