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RK08 GYX

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,583 mi
Last recorded2,583 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 GYX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 2,583 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 2,525 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 2,477 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 2,437 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 2,390 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 2,382 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 2,327 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 2,170 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 2,150 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 2,072 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 2,072 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 1,968 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 1,930 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 1,902 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 1,543 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No plate is cracked but is clearly readable

Pass 22 Aug 2011 1,499 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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 GYX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 RK08 GYX, 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

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What year was RK08 GYX registered?

RK08 GYX is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is RK08 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 GYX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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