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PN08 PKK

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,853 mi
Last recorded15,853 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 508,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 PKK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2022 15,853 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced entire underbody corroded, large sections of structure missing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Front suspension seized in position. (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released rear lever (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake hose securing bracket corroded.

Pass 15 Dec 2020 14,382 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 12,137 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 12,095 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

front mudguard insecure may interfere with the rotation of the front wheel

rear brake whilst working requires adjustment

Pass 12 Aug 2019 10,551 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 9,715 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,262 miles

Number Plate Light Innoperative

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 8,693 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 7,903 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Number Plate Light Innoperative

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 6,831 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 5,363 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 5,363 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 3,930 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2012 3,930 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2011 3,420 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 50?

Based on 2,352 MOT tests across 288 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 23
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too low 15
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PN08 PKK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 8,238 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 S 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN08 PKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PN08 PKK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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