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NK08 JMU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,447 mi
Last recorded16,447 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 JMU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 16,447 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 15,969 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 15,969 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Light cracking to tyre sidewalls

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 15,299 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 11,456 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 10,697 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 8,904 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 6,061 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 2,316 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 2,188 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 164 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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NK08 JMU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NK08 JMU, 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

How do I check the history of NK08 JMU?

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What year was NK08 JMU registered?

NK08 JMU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is NK08 JMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK08 JMU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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