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RK08 GZD

2008 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,625 mi
Last recorded17,625 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 GZD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 17,625 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 17,118 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 17,118 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 16,591 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 14,481 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 14,481 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 12,860 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 11,239 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 9,540 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 7,777 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 6,036 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 3,922 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 GZD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GZD, 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 GZD registered?

RK08 GZD is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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The MOT history for RK08 GZD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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