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RK08 BPU

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,816 mi
Last recorded25,816 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 BPU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 25,816 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 25,516 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 24,936 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 23,863 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 23,863 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 22,744 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 22,744 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 21,580 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 21,580 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 20,694 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 20,694 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 19,394 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 19,394 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2018 17,565 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 16,136 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 13,858 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 12,514 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,830 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 8,802 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 7,026 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 5,298 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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RK08 BPU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RK08 BPU, 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 RK08 BPU registered?

RK08 BPU is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is RK08 BPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 BPU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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