CarVerify

Free Car Check

OU08 FBC

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

19,719 mi
Last recorded19,719 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FBC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 19,719 miles

Rear Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 19,719 miles

Offside Front slight damage to lens

Pass 1 Oct 2020 16,152 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 16,152 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 14,155 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 14,155 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 11,327 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2017 9,386 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 9,386 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 8,235 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 8,235 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 8,235 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,570 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 7,445 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 7,342 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 7,342 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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
Full Piaggio Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OU08 FBC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 OU08 FBC, 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 OU08 FBC?

You can check the full history of OU08 FBC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OU08 FBC registered?

OU08 FBC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is OU08 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 FBC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU08 FBC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OU08 FBC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.