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PX08 ENG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

241 mi
Last recorded241 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 ENG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 241 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 28,017 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 27,374 miles

Front head lamp beam bender fitted at time of test

Pass 5 May 2023 27,269 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 27,269 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 36,379 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 36,379 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 26,123 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 25,473 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 25,210 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 24,489 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 23,823 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2015 23,582 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 22,607 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 22,607 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2013 20,722 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 19,334 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 11,577 miles

advise rear wheel nuts don't appear to be fully wound onto wheel studs but are tight! advise further inspection!

Fail 18 Mar 2010 11,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

advise rear wheel nuts don't appear to be fully wound onto wheel studs but are tight! advise further inspection!

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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PX08 ENG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 PX08 ENG, 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 PX08 ENG registered?

PX08 ENG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is PX08 ENG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 ENG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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